Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a HCA to join the Dorset Bladder & Bowel continence service
The successful person needs an enthusiasm for continence and an interest to assist patients with their bladder & bowel issues and support the patient in managing their incontinence. You would be covering the Sherborne, Gillingham, Blandford and surrounding localities, and linking with the local district nurse teams and other health professionals within the community.
Responsibilities will require you to work mainly under the supervision of the clinicians within the team, but at times also to work autonomously. The majority of your workload would be remote working, carrying out assessments via a telephone consultation & visiting patients in their own homes if necessary, you will need to have a full driver's license and use of your own car.
In return for your enthusiasm and commitment, we can provide an opportunity for you to develop your clinical skills in continence and experience in a supportive team, with regular supervision and appraisals. You will be required to achieve a certain competency level which we will give you support and training to help you reach. Opportunities for further training may be available through the Trusts Training Department.
Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Please ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.
Main duties of the job
To undertake care, following the instructions of the team leader or nominated deputy according to the needs of the patients as identified on the care plan.
You will be carrying out continence assessment for housebound patients via telephone consultation, patients own home, or a care home facility if appropriate.
Continence assessments will include conservative lifestyle advice such as fluid intake & bladder irritants, which may help with bladder & bowel symptoms as well as providing the basis for a need for containment products and devices.
Consultations may involve the patient, or family members and other care providers where consent has been obtained.
There would also be an opportunity to carryout bladder scans and sheath fittings for which full training will be provided.
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.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're 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 - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's 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 you're 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. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're 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 you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Dorset is renowned for its quality of living, picturesque countryside and its famous Jurassic Coastline. You could improve your quality of life by combining these benefits with working for a transformational organization.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Dorset is renowned for its quality of living, picturesque countryside and its famous Jurassic Coastline. You could improve your quality of life by combining these benefits with working for a transformational organization.
Person Specification
Education requirements/qualifications
Desirable
* Willing and able to apply existing experience to community and gain necessary skills to work effectively in the community setting.
* Willing to professionally develop and undertake further development/training as identified to meet the needs of the service.
* NVQ Level 3
Skills/Experience/Knowledge base
Essential
* Excellent communication skills.
* Desire to work in the primary care setting and ability to work alone.
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively
Desirable
* Good IT skills. Community/Acute experience.
* Basic patient care experience.
Personal Qualities/Aptitudes
Essential
* Good team player.
* Willingness to learn and ability to prioritise.
* Enthusiastic, flexible and motivated.
Desirable
* Empathetic
Car owner/driver. (subject to provisions of the Equality Act)
Essential
* Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.
Person Specification
Education requirements/qualifications
Desirable
* Willing and able to apply existing experience to community and gain necessary skills to work effectively in the community setting.
* Willing to professionally develop and undertake further development/training as identified to meet the needs of the service.
* NVQ Level 3
Skills/Experience/Knowledge base
Essential
* Excellent communication skills.
* Desire to work in the primary care setting and ability to work alone.
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively
Desirable
* Good IT skills. Community/Acute experience.
* Basic patient care experience.
Personal Qualities/Aptitudes
Essential
* Good team player.
* Willingness to learn and ability to prioritise.
* Enthusiastic, flexible and motivated.
Desirable
* Empathetic
Car owner/driver. (subject to provisions of the Equality Act)
Essential
* Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.
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 details
Employer name
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Forston Clinic
Herrison Road
Dorchester
DT2 9TB
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