Job summary
Independent Health Group has an opportunity for a
Healthcare Assistant to join our friendly surgical team in Syston Health Centre.
We would like to encourage those seeking full and part time,
to apply as all patterns of work will be considered.
We offer 25 days annual leave, a day off for your birthday
(if it falls on one of your working days), bank holidays, plus the option to
buy up to a further 2 weeks of annual leave.
We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for visas ,
therefore all candidates must have right to work in the UK.
Main duties of the job
The Heath Care Assistant (HCA) role is to provide support to
the Theatre Team by undertaking circulating duties in the operating theatre and
supporting the patient during the perioperative phase, while delivering a high
standard of individualised patient care under the supervision of the registered
team members. You will communicate effectively, in an empathic way, with
patients and their relatives/carers at a particularly vulnerable part of the
care episode. The HCA will also assist in outpatient clinics.
About us
Established in 2004, Independent Health Group
(IHG) has been dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centred care
close to home. With a strong commitment to delivering outstanding healthcare in
the community, we've spent the past 20 years building a reputation for
excellence, innovation, and compassionate service. In 2022, our dedication to
patient care was recognised with an Outstanding CQC rating, a testament to
our quality and commitment.
At IHG, we offer an alternative to traditional hospital
settings, ensuring our patients receive personalised care with continuity and
convenience. Our services are based on short waiting times, specific
appointment slots, and one-to-one clinician continuity, creating a seamless and
supportive experience for every patient.
Our teams work in a supportive, flexible environment,
where patient contact remains at the heart of everything we do. We
operate Monday to Friday, with no evening or bank holiday shifts, allowing
for a healthy work-life balance. We strive to accommodate flexible working
arrangements that support our staffs professional and personal needs.
At IHG, we are committed to innovation in healthcare
delivery, providing an opportunity for professionals to develop their
skills, contribute to the growth of an exceptional organisation, and make a
real impact on patient care. If you're passionate about delivering outstanding
healthcare in a setting that values both patients and staff, we'd love to
welcome you to our team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main tasks
and Responsibilities:
- To ensure effective communication with patients,
colleagues and across the multi-disciplinary team.
- To undertake theatre competencies and utilise acquired
theatre support skills to carry out the role of circulating personnel.
- To work within limits of competency and level of
training.
- To perform routine circulating personnel tasks for a
Cataract, Hernia, Podiatry, Vasectomy and Hand surgery.
- To anticipate the needs of the scrubbed practitioner,
including opening sterile packaging (instrumentation, peel packs, fluid
dispensing units), checking and maintaining the integrity of the product.
Ensure verbal confirmation of sterility is given to the scrubbed practitioner.
- Basic keyboard skills and ability to maintain accurate
and contemporaneous clinical records using SystmOne
- Assist in
the safe positioning and transfer of patients as necessary.
- To have
knowledge of and adhere to IHG policies and procedures.
- To
participate in the safe use of medical equipment, ensuring that all equipment
is checked before use, and in working order. this includes resuscitation
equipment.
- To assist
in the induction and ongoing support of new and junior staff.
- All members
of the theatre team are expected to support colleagues as required.
- To work
according to practitioner in charge instructions and within IHG approved
procedures
- Working in
accordance with IHG's values, policies and procedures, the HCA will provide high
quality care to patients by:
- Supporting
with setting up and packing away the clinical rooms at the start and finish of
the day.
- Ensuring
adherence to the five moments of hand hygiene and IPC policy and procedure.
- Assisting
the patient and attending to their physical comfort before, during and after
their procedure.
- Performing
and reporting clinical observations in theatres or clinic, including
temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure and BMI (following
completion of appropriate training). observing and reporting changes in a
patients condition to the registered practitioner or clinician.
- Assisting
in maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
- Assisting with maintaining of stock levels,
ensuring replacement stock is ordered.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main tasks
and Responsibilities:
- To ensure effective communication with patients,
colleagues and across the multi-disciplinary team.
- To undertake theatre competencies and utilise acquired
theatre support skills to carry out the role of circulating personnel.
- To work within limits of competency and level of
training.
- To perform routine circulating personnel tasks for a
Cataract, Hernia, Podiatry, Vasectomy and Hand surgery.
- To anticipate the needs of the scrubbed practitioner,
including opening sterile packaging (instrumentation, peel packs, fluid
dispensing units), checking and maintaining the integrity of the product.
Ensure verbal confirmation of sterility is given to the scrubbed practitioner.
- Basic keyboard skills and ability to maintain accurate
and contemporaneous clinical records using SystmOne
- Assist in
the safe positioning and transfer of patients as necessary.
- To have
knowledge of and adhere to IHG policies and procedures.
- To
participate in the safe use of medical equipment, ensuring that all equipment
is checked before use, and in working order. this includes resuscitation
equipment.
- To assist
in the induction and ongoing support of new and junior staff.
- All members
of the theatre team are expected to support colleagues as required.
- To work
according to practitioner in charge instructions and within IHG approved
procedures
- Working in
accordance with IHG's values, policies and procedures, the HCA will provide high
quality care to patients by:
- Supporting
with setting up and packing away the clinical rooms at the start and finish of
the day.
- Ensuring
adherence to the five moments of hand hygiene and IPC policy and procedure.
- Assisting
the patient and attending to their physical comfort before, during and after
their procedure.
- Performing
and reporting clinical observations in theatres or clinic, including
temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure and BMI (following
completion of appropriate training). observing and reporting changes in a
patients condition to the registered practitioner or clinician.
- Assisting
in maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
- Assisting with maintaining of stock levels,
ensuring replacement stock is ordered.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a health or care setting, working directly with patients or service users.
Desirable
- Previous experience within a perioperative setting
Qualifications
Essential
- Broad general education to evidence written and verbal communication skills.
- Committed to continuous personal development.
- Willing to undertake new clinical practices, education and training that will enhance service delivery.
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care / Care Certificate, or willing to train to this level.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Understands the factors that influence good clinical care.
- Able to communicate with patients, answer questions and put them at ease.
- A good team worker, but also able to work independently.
- Able to maintain accurate patient records.
- Basic computer skills, including clinical systems e.g., System One.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a health or care setting, working directly with patients or service users.
Desirable
- Previous experience within a perioperative setting
Qualifications
Essential
- Broad general education to evidence written and verbal communication skills.
- Committed to continuous personal development.
- Willing to undertake new clinical practices, education and training that will enhance service delivery.
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care / Care Certificate, or willing to train to this level.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Understands the factors that influence good clinical care.
- Able to communicate with patients, answer questions and put them at ease.
- A good team worker, but also able to work independently.
- Able to maintain accurate patient records.
- Basic computer skills, including clinical systems e.g., System One.
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.
