Job summary
This post is Fixed term/Secondment for 4 months to meet the needs of the service. The position to be reviewed March 26 and extended to 31/3/27
The ability to speak Welsh is essential for this post
To assist the GPs and practice nurse team in the service and delivery of the care management of the practice population.
Responsible to: Clinical Co-ordinator, Operations Manager and clinical Key Teams.
The post holder works under indirect supervision of the Health Visiting team manager and undertakes task and duties delegated by the health visitor or a suitably qualified regulated professional. They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, following policy and procedures.
Main duties of the job
- Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising their needs for alternative methods of communication.
- Undertake effective communication with patients in specific clinical situations.
- Communicate effectively with other team members.
- Personal and people development.
- Take responsibility for own developmental learning and performance, including participating in supervision.
- Take responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal development.
The ability to speak Welsh is essential for this post; Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Application form
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or working towards this or equivalent qualification
- Previous experience working in a general practice or other healthcare environment
- Able to make judgements where there is more than a straightforward choice of options, e.g. new patient health checks, urinalysis etc
- Demonstrates an ability to value the opinions of others Demonstrates high level of self awareness, i.e. strengths and weaknesses, personal qualities and skills Willingness to undergo education/ training for both practice and service needs
Desirable
- HCA course specific to general practice
- Following appropriate education and training has the ability to undertake the administration of influenza both intramuscular and intranasal, pneumococcal vaccine and shingles vaccine. Also the administration of hydroxocobalamine (vitamin B12) injections
- Ability to mentor new HCSWs or junior staff to the working environment
Application form
Essential
- Willingness to work towards professional and performance objectives (appraisal)
- Experience working under indirect supervision
Desirable
- ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence
- Following appropriate education and training has the ability to undertake the administration of influenza both intramuscular
Person Specification
Application form
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or working towards this or equivalent qualification
- Previous experience working in a general practice or other healthcare environment
- Able to make judgements where there is more than a straightforward choice of options, e.g. new patient health checks, urinalysis etc
- Demonstrates an ability to value the opinions of others Demonstrates high level of self awareness, i.e. strengths and weaknesses, personal qualities and skills Willingness to undergo education/ training for both practice and service needs
Desirable
- HCA course specific to general practice
- Following appropriate education and training has the ability to undertake the administration of influenza both intramuscular and intranasal, pneumococcal vaccine and shingles vaccine. Also the administration of hydroxocobalamine (vitamin B12) injections
- Ability to mentor new HCSWs or junior staff to the working environment
Application form
Essential
- Willingness to work towards professional and performance objectives (appraisal)
- Experience working under indirect supervision
Desirable
- ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence
- Following appropriate education and training has the ability to undertake the administration of influenza both intramuscular
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).
