Job Summary
Working under the supervision of the practice nurses and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the healthcare assistant will assist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of care. We are willing to consider both both full and part time applicants.
Main Duties of the Job
To work as part of the nursing team and report to the Lead Nurse. The susccessful candidate will undertake a wide range of patient facing and administrative work including new patient health checks, phlebotomy, blood pressure checks, and lifestyle advice.
About Us
Castlegate and Derwent Surgery aims to work with our patients in a lifetime partnership to promote their health and wellbeing.
If you enjoy the outdoors and beautiful scenery then this opportunity could be tailor made for you! Imagine finishing you working day and being just a few minutes away from the fells, lakes and endless outdoor adventures.
With excellent schools, affordable housing, and a vibrant town full of independent shops, cosy pubs, and great restaurants, Cockermouth is an ideal place for professionals, families and anyone seeking a healthier lifestyle.
Details
* Pay scheme: £13.34 an hour
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
* Reference number: A5229-25-0017
* Location: Cockermouth Health Centre, Isle Road, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9HT
Job Responsibilities
* New patient health checks
* ECG recording
* Phlebotomy
* Lifestyle advice
* Blood pressure
* Diabetic Foot Checks
* Spirometry once qualified
* Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/nurses
* Sterilising, cleansing and maintenance of surgical equipment
* Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring and recording
* Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation
* Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms
* Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions including assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations
* Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being
* Assisting in vaccination clinics - once training complete
* Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual
* Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted
* Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well-being
Person Specification
Experience (Essential)
* Confident decision making skills
* Ability to be reflective, accept criticism and act constructively
* Computer skills
* Previous Health Care Experience
Experience (Desirable)
* Knowledge of EMIS Web
Personal Attributes (Essential)
* Enthusiastic and motivated
* Good communicator and team player
* Willingness to learn and acquire new skills
* Flexible approach to working hours
* Willingness to learn and undertake further training
* Calm and patient mannerConfident problem solving
* Reliability
* Ability to prioritise and work under pressure
* Willingness to accept additional responsibilities
* Positive role model
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.
Employer Information
* Employer name: Castlegate & Derwent Surgery
* Address: Cockermouth Health Centre, Isle Road, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9HT
* Website: https://www.castlegateandderwentsurgery.nhs.uk/
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