Dorset Healthcare are looking for enthusiastic individuals to work as Urgent Care Assistants for the Dorset Integrated Urgent Care Service. You will be joining a dedicated team that supports patient care within the Integrated Urgent Care Service, safely transporting clinicians to Dorset community based patients and support in the delivery of care in the patients homes where appropriate and training has been undertaken.
We can offer part time hours from our base locations of St Leonards, and Dorchester Hospital. Full training and development will be offered to successful candidates. This role is a permanent part - time position, a minimum of 15 hours per week. Supporting a 24/7 service, which includes public holidays, evenings, night shifts and weekends. Rotas can be discussed at interview.
As this role involves shifts during the Out of Hours period, this role attracts an enhanced shift allowance; please see Section 2 Agenda for Change Framework for further information.
Responsibilities:
* Maintain adequate stock and drugs in the urgent care cars
* Carry out daily safety vehicle checks
* Ensure the cars are kept well organised and clean
* To cover receptionist when required
* To assist the clinician in delivering care in the patients home
* Accepting cases from dispatch and driving the clinician to the next visit
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
We are looking for a self-motivated individual with great interpersonal skills and a commitment to excellent customer service. This role is varied and interesting, where candidates require good communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with patients, relatives, and other staff groups.
About Us:
At Dorset HealthCare, were on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. Were a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities, and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - its one of the reasons the CQC rated us outstanding in 2019. Its also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services, and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference.
Whether youre looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities. Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do, and our success is a testament to our brilliant people.
Were all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. Were an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves. Working with us, youll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we dont know.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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