Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Directorate of Sexual and Reproductive Health for a Health Care Support Worker (HCSW). You will work across the service to support clinical staff to undertake procedures. You will be part of an essential HCSW group who's role is integral to assist the Pan Gwent Team in delivering first class care to the citizens of Gwent.
You will report to the Nursing Team Lead for community.
English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply
Main duties of the job
To independently undertake unsupervised asymptomatic screening onPatients who have undertaken a self-assessment/service triage and to beresponsible for the management and storage of the samples followingcollection.o To undertake the laying up of clinical areas and trolleys for the collection ofsamples and for the delivery of some methods of contraceptione.g. coil insertion/removal and implant insertion/removal and to act as achaperoneo To independently perform venepuncture where service users have undertakena self-assessment facilitated by the Blithe IT assessment software.o To utilise a modified assessment tool in the assessment of risks ofdomestic violence via routine enquiry RE1 form, and sexual exploitationrisk assessment via SERAF form, available on Blithe IT software and tounderstand when a patient must be referred to appropriate person.o Able to process chain of evidence samples in line with departmentalstandards i.e. sexual assaulto The post holder will demonstrate empathy, reassuring and negotiating skillswhen dealing with physically and emotionally sensitive and complex issues,recognising when to refer e.g. Domestic abuse and Child Sexual Exploitation.that requires immediate supervision.o The post holder will at every opportunity promote the health of the patientsof all sexual orientations, and will include maintenance of sexual health.
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To independently undertake unsupervised asymptomatic screening onPatients who have undertaken a self-assessment/service triage and to beresponsible for the management and storage of the samples followingcollection. To undertake the laying up of clinical areas and trolleys for the collectionofsamples and for the delivery of some methods of contraceptione.g. coil insertion/removal and implant insertion/removal and to act as achaperone To be able to recognise when the patients needs do not fulfil the criteriafor HCSW processing and requires referral for a higher level of care, and tobe able to assist patient with relevant pathway (e.g. referral to UnplannedPregnancy Service) To independently perform venepuncture where service users have undertakena self-assessment facilitated by the Blithe IT assessment software. To utilise a modified assessment tool in the assessment of risks ofdomestic violence via routine enquiry RE1 form, and sexual exploitationrisk assessment via SERAF form, available on Blithe IT software and tounderstand when a patient must be referred to appropriate person. Able to process chain of evidence samples in line with departmentalstandards i.e. sexual assault The post holder will demonstrate empathy, reassuring and negotiating skillswhen dealing with physically and emotionally sensitive and complex issues,recognising when to refer e.g. Domestic abuse and Child Sexual Exploitation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To independently undertake unsupervised asymptomatic screening onPatients who have undertaken a self-assessment/service triage and to beresponsible for the management and storage of the samples followingcollection. To undertake the laying up of clinical areas and trolleys for the collectionofsamples and for the delivery of some methods of contraceptione.g. coil insertion/removal and implant insertion/removal and to act as achaperone To be able to recognise when the patients needs do not fulfil the criteriafor HCSW processing and requires referral for a higher level of care, and tobe able to assist patient with relevant pathway (e.g. referral to UnplannedPregnancy Service) To independently perform venepuncture where service users have undertakena self-assessment facilitated by the Blithe IT assessment software. To utilise a modified assessment tool in the assessment of risks ofdomestic violence via routine enquiry RE1 form, and sexual exploitationrisk assessment via SERAF form, available on Blithe IT software and tounderstand when a patient must be referred to appropriate person. Able to process chain of evidence samples in line with departmentalstandards i.e. sexual assault The post holder will demonstrate empathy, reassuring and negotiating skillswhen dealing with physically and emotionally sensitive and complex issues,recognising when to refer e.g. Domestic abuse and Child Sexual Exploitation.
Person Specification
Desirable
Desirable
- Have an ability to work towards a level 4 qualification
Essential
Essential
- Previous experience working within a Healthcare role.
Essential
Essential
- Agored Cymru level 3 diploma and/or minimum of level 3 education and relevant CPD courses specific to role and area of work. Have an ability to work towards a level 4 qualification Application form, and interview Evidence of recent study/personal development RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Previous experience
Person Specification
Desirable
Desirable
- Have an ability to work towards a level 4 qualification
Essential
Essential
- Previous experience working within a Healthcare role.
Essential
Essential
- Agored Cymru level 3 diploma and/or minimum of level 3 education and relevant CPD courses specific to role and area of work. Have an ability to work towards a level 4 qualification Application form, and interview Evidence of recent study/personal development RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Previous experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
