Job summary
This
role is responsible for providing clinical support to the Consultants and
Medical Staff of DHC.
The
successful applicant would cover a wide variety of clinic specialities, gaining
experience in many areas. They will also
hold nurse-led clinics, such as conducting Spirometry, FeNO, taking blood
pressures, applying holter cardiac monitoring devices and height and weight
measurements.
Our
regular hours of work could be between 07:45 and 21:45, Monday to Friday and
Saturday 08:00-18:00. Saturday shifts
are shared within the nursing team. The
nursing team consists of 12 people, with a mixture of registered nurses and
healthcare assistants.
We
hold clinics across 5 locations, and the ability to drive and to have your own
means of transportation would be highly beneficial. The preference of sites will be discussed at the
interview.
Main duties of the job
The ideal
applicant will have excellent attention to detail, computer literacy, the ability
to maintain confidentiality, confidence to speak up when acting as a chaperone,
the ability to communicate with a diverse range of people, ability to remain
calm under pressure. Have a can-do
attitude and be an effective team worker.
No candidate will
meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little
different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the
role, we'd love to learn more about you!
Full training will be given to the right applicant.
About us
This is an
excellent opportunity to be a part of our organisation as we are going through
a period of growth and looking to recruit a passionate Healthcare Assistant to
our professional and friendly team.
The role will be
based within Outpatients and will involve working across 3 sites. We offer a good working environment in a
friendly, progressive team.
Dorking Healthcare
(DHC) is an organisation that provides a wide range of quality healthcare
services in Surrey and Sussex. We are registered with the CQC (Care Quality
Commission), and we are an accredited AQP (Any Qualified Provider). In our CQC
inspection, we were rated as Good. Our
vision is to continually improve local services for patients by offering
first-class care and shorter waiting times.
A can-do attitude
is a vital asset at DHC, and we are looking for like-minded individuals to work
with us who share the same approach and work ethic.
The benefits we
offer include:
-
Competitive salaries
-
Membership of the NHS pension scheme
-
27 days annual leave plus bank
holidays, increasing with length of service
-
Opportunities for training and
development
-
Some of our sites have free on-site
parking (subject to availability)
-
We aim to be an employer of choice
and conduct annual staff satisfaction surveys
DHC actively encourages and
promotes diversity, ensures all voices are heard and included and is committed
to equal opportunities for all.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
This role is responsible for providing clinical support to the Consultants and Medical Staff of DHC.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST
- Work within clinical protocols and individual level of competence at all times.
- Work autonomously within the team to provide an effective, efficient service during pre-booked clinic appointments.
- Make effective use of the IT systems ensuring consistent and accurate recording. Ensure patient confidentiality is maintained at all times according to the Data Protection Act 2018.
- Demonstrate appropriate communication skills with patients and team members, showing sensitivity to patients needs.
- Demonstrate motivation, reliability, flexibility, and commitment to the role.
- Comply with Clinical Policies and Procedures at all times and provide evidence of compliance with required vaccinations within specified timelines
- Undertake other clinical and administrative duties as required, which are commensurate with the nature of the post.
SPECIFIC CLINICAL DUTIES (TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDED)
- Chaperoning of Doctors and Consultants during examinations
- Venepuncture (Blood Tests)
- ECG Recording
- Blood Pressures
- Weight/Height Measurements
- Vison Testing
- Visual Fields
- Spirometry
- 24/48 hr Holter cardiac monitoring
- Assisting Nurse in Hysteroscopy
- Other tasks designated by Senior Nurse
WORK SETTING AND REVIEW
To manage own workload efficiently and effectively on a daily basis with a degree of autonomy. Maintain confidentiality at all times. Make decisions pertaining to the smooth and efficient running of the department acting independently but where necessary referring problems to management or the appropriate consultant via the quickest route possible.
CONFIDENTIALITY
The post holder must maintain the confidentiality of information about patients staff and DHC business in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 and Caldicott principles.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
This role is responsible for providing clinical support to the Consultants and Medical Staff of DHC.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST
- Work within clinical protocols and individual level of competence at all times.
- Work autonomously within the team to provide an effective, efficient service during pre-booked clinic appointments.
- Make effective use of the IT systems ensuring consistent and accurate recording. Ensure patient confidentiality is maintained at all times according to the Data Protection Act 2018.
- Demonstrate appropriate communication skills with patients and team members, showing sensitivity to patients needs.
- Demonstrate motivation, reliability, flexibility, and commitment to the role.
- Comply with Clinical Policies and Procedures at all times and provide evidence of compliance with required vaccinations within specified timelines
- Undertake other clinical and administrative duties as required, which are commensurate with the nature of the post.
SPECIFIC CLINICAL DUTIES (TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDED)
- Chaperoning of Doctors and Consultants during examinations
- Venepuncture (Blood Tests)
- ECG Recording
- Blood Pressures
- Weight/Height Measurements
- Vison Testing
- Visual Fields
- Spirometry
- 24/48 hr Holter cardiac monitoring
- Assisting Nurse in Hysteroscopy
- Other tasks designated by Senior Nurse
WORK SETTING AND REVIEW
To manage own workload efficiently and effectively on a daily basis with a degree of autonomy. Maintain confidentiality at all times. Make decisions pertaining to the smooth and efficient running of the department acting independently but where necessary referring problems to management or the appropriate consultant via the quickest route possible.
CONFIDENTIALITY
The post holder must maintain the confidentiality of information about patients staff and DHC business in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 and Caldicott principles.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Maths and Science
Desirable
- NVQ 2 or other healthcare qualification
- Care Certificate
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Confidentiality and Data Protection
Desirable
- Experience within an NHS or healthcare setting, including communicating with patients
Skills
Essential
- Computer literate
- Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group within the community
- Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
Desirable
- Experience within an NHS or healthcare setting, including communicating with patients
Attributes
Essential
- Can do attitude to daily tasks, adversity and new ways of working
- Professional approach
- Confident, calm and objective
- Approachable
- Calm under pressure
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Maths and Science
Desirable
- NVQ 2 or other healthcare qualification
- Care Certificate
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Confidentiality and Data Protection
Desirable
- Experience within an NHS or healthcare setting, including communicating with patients
Skills
Essential
- Computer literate
- Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group within the community
- Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
Desirable
- Experience within an NHS or healthcare setting, including communicating with patients
Attributes
Essential
- Can do attitude to daily tasks, adversity and new ways of working
- Professional approach
- Confident, calm and objective
- Approachable
- Calm under pressure
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.
