Overview
SWFT Clinical Services Limited are looking for HealthCare Assistant to join our bank staff within our private patient unit, The Grafton Suite, at Stratford Hospital in Stratford-upon-Avon. The position will be offered on a zero-hour contract basis. We welcome all healthcare backgrounds; theatre experience is advantageous. Shifts will usually be Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm.
Job responsibilities
* To undertake all duties in line with training and instruction provided by the nursing team
* Assist at clinics, greeting patients and providing refreshments as required
* Assist nursing staff in the preparation and support of patients prior to, during and after clinical activities
* Chaperoning and assisting patients to dress/undress as required
* Contribute to the effectiveness of the patient journey ensuring that their privacy and dignity is maintained at all times
* To act as a runner and assist the theatre scrub nurse during operations and procedures
* To perform ophthalmic testing such as OCT and Visual Field Analysis after suitable training
* Assist in maintaining a safe, clean and tidy environment for patient care
* Ensure correct collection of clinical waste and appropriate storage prior to disposal
* Maintain adequate clinical stock levels and medical stationery in each room
* To use patient management system for patient searches as required by consultants and the nursing team
* Undertake clerical duties as necessary e.g. reception, notes preparation, adding patient details to the patient management system and photocopying to ensure smooth running of the department
* To answer phone calls and take messages as required
* To work safely at all times in accordance with legislative requirements and clinic policy and procedures
* Undertake and receive the appropriate training for specific tasks as delegated by the General Manager or Senior Nurse, whilst continuing to work within company policies and procedures
* The post holder will acknowledge their limitations/concerns in relation to any task delegated to them that they do not feel competent to perform
* To complete mandatory training on an annual basis
* This job list is not exhaustive and may be adjusted periodically after review and consultation. You will also be expected to carry out any reasonable duties which may be requested from time to time.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* GCSE Maths and English
* CSW care certificate, level 1 minimum
Experience
* Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting (6 months minimum)
* Desirable: Ophthalmic experience, Theatre experience
Skills
* Articulate and able to communicate effectively
* Good organisational skills
* Work as a member of a team
* Computer skills
Desirable
* Completion of training and competencies to perform Visual Field tests and OCT tests
Personal Qualities
* Work to high standards
* Willing to learn
* Enthusiasm
* Uses own initiative
Other
* Must be flexible to the needs of The Grafton Suite
* Must be adaptable to any situations
Additional information
About Us: SWFT Clinical Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of the South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust (SWFT). The company provides services including outpatient pharmacy facilities, estates and facilities management, private patient service and consultancy services to NHS Trusts.
Salary: £29,489 to £36,169 a year Pro rata (Dependent Upon Experience)
Contract: Bank
Working pattern: Flexible working
Employer details: SWFT Clinical Services Ltd, The Grafton Suite, Stratford Hospital, Arden Street, Stratford Upon Avon, CV37 6NX. Employer's website: https://swftclinicalservices.co.uk/default.aspx
Eligibility and sponsorship
This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks; it may require a DBS submission to check for any previous criminal convictions. Applications from job seekers who require Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered. For further information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. Additional guidance on overseas criminal records checks is available.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals
Location: Stratford-upon-Avon, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
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