Lymphoedema Assistant

Job summary

Due to internal movement of staff, we are looking for motivated individuals who want to be part of a value based service. The successful candidate will be expected to assist co-ordinating, organising & preparing for the smooth day-to-day running of the lymphoedema clinic and will work under the guidance and direction of all the registered lymphoedema therapists in the lymphoedema team, to assist with specified duties and tasks, providing an efficient, caring, patient focused service. Part of the role will also be to support the On the Ground Education programme that supports our district nursing colleagues in the managment of these patients.

You will also deal with queries from patients, health professionals and other agencies face to face and by telephone. You should have administration skills with experience of word processing/Microsoft office. We are looking for someone who is conscientious, caring and empathetic, and reliable and an individual can work well as part of a team but also use their own initiative.

Good communication skills are essential. This post involves administration as well as clinical duties as part of the role

Main duties of the job

The Senior Lymphoedema Assistant (Level 3) has a greater degree of autonomy than the Healthcare Assistant and undertakes a broader range of health and care in accordance with policy and procedures. The post holder will work on their own initiative, undertaking delegated tasks with appropriate supervision in place from a registered practitioner/assistant practitioner.

The post holder contributes to assessment and assists in the development, implementation and evaluation of individualised care plans. They will supervise other staff and promote the delivery of high quality care.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.