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Job Introduction
It is an exciting time to join our expanding rapid response and intermediate care teams within a Support Worker/HCA role. This role involves working as part of a multidisciplinary team with Nurses, Occupational Therapists, and Physiotherapists.
The team aims to support hospital discharges, prevent admissions, and help people stay as independent as possible in their homes through rehabilitation programmes.
Our base office is at Sheppey Community Hospital; however, you will be provided with equipment to enable mobile working. Virtual handovers are now undertaken remotely to maximize productivity.
Main Responsibilities
* Actively work as a member of the multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality nursing, occupational therapy, and physiotherapy interventions.
* Participate in patients' individual rehabilitation and care programmes under professional guidance.
* Work with the MDT, GPs, and colleagues in local hospitals to provide rapid response short-term interventions via the Discharge to Assess (D2A) and 2-hour rapid response pathways.
* Complete basic assessment processes under supervision, with training in Trusted Assessor procedures when available.
* Promote high standards of patient rehabilitation.
* Work autonomously and collaboratively within the team.
* Seek additional tasks to support the team, such as administrative duties, being the first contact for patients and families, and maintaining service equipment.
The Ideal Candidate
This role is suitable for candidates with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualifications/experience. Strong communication and organizational skills, along with flexibility, are essential to deliver positive patient experiences.
You should be able to drive and have access to a car to travel across services efficiently.
Proficiency in IT systems and working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) are required.
Package Details
As a Support Worker / Healthcare Assistant, you will be part of the Rapid Response and Intermediate Care services within Swale, with benefits including:
* Salary of £24,486 with pension scheme.
* On-site parking.
* Recognition through awards and shortlisting for various organizational initiatives.
* Access to discounts, cashback, and vouchers via My Reward Hub.
* Option to access wages as you earn to manage emergencies.
* Support for mental and physical wellbeing, professional development, and career pathways.
* A culture of innovation and high clinical standards.
* Free beverages at your base location.
About HCRG Care Group
We transform health and care services, working with communities since 2006 to improve outcomes and experience. We deliver a wide range of community health and social care services across England.
We are committed to equality and diversity, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and providing inclusive facilities.
For more information, visit our website.
Additional Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Part-time
* Job function: Other
* Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare
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