Healthcare Assistant
| Posting date: | 18 March 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 June 2024 |
| Location: | Aylesbury, HP21 8TR |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | E0054-24-0004 |
Summary
You will be required to undertake and record the following tasks: Measurement of blood pressure, temperature Measurement of pulse, height and weight Referral to weight management services Peak flow measurements-following additional training Venepuncture Collection of specimens as directed Urinalysis Blood Glucose monitoring patient education Application of dressings (as directed by the practice nurse) Ecgs Extended new patient registrations checks Additionally, you will also be required to Recognise changes in the patients observations which must be reported and acted on Assist clinicians in emergency management of patients Enable patients to access appropriate professional in the practice team Act as a chaperone Appreciate the Principles of Healthy Living Provide relevant health promotion literature for patients Is the link person within the practice for health promotion activities including cervical/ breast/bowel and chlamydia screening Carry out NHS health checks, CVD /Diabetic and any other requirements in line with the Local Incentive schemes/ Extended primary care contract and QOF Latent TB Testing Alcohol screening (audit C) for all new registrations aged 16 years and above Administer flu and pneumococcal vaccine as per the TWN CCG/practice guidelines Responsible for the collection of clinical waste/sample /sharps bins and take to designated storage areas ready for collection. Responsible for any spillages that may occur on the premises in line with infection control/practice policy 24 hour ABPM fitting /setting up of device Spirometry Clearly represent patients point of view to others NON-CLINICAL / ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure stock items are ordered and provided in GP & treatment rooms, emergency equipment Maintain clinical equipment efficiently and ensures servicing is undertaken Follow infection control standards Contribute to new ideas to improve patient care Instruct patients in appropriate techniques or tasks Administrative Support to clinicians and non-clinicians Liaise with health care professionals Filing and record keeping as appropriate Undertake template entry as directed Help nursing staff order medicines, vaccines, and clinical supplies, and maintain stock checks of the previously mentioned items when directed Checking vaccine fridge temperature daily and checking expiry dates of drugs on a regular basis Follow up DNAs in accordance with practice protocol Work effectively in a team including Provide reception cover if requested including answering the telephone, receiving and transmitting messages, form filling, book patient appointments Interact with colleagues in a professional manner Always act in a way to protect the confidentiality of patients and maintain the integrity of the patient/health carer relationship Maintain and adhere to Health and safety principles at all times Always be aware of own limitations and do not carry out any task or procedure that is beyond the HCAs scope of competence In Clinical Practice, you are expected to Maintain set standards of organisation in development treatment rooms Take appropriate action if standards are not being met Recognise potential areas of conflict, preventing where possible and reporting to senior staff members if unable to resolve Attend regular study days and maintain safe standards of practice Maintain your personal development profile Act as a support and share good practice with other health care assistants To familiarise oneself with and endorse the Practice policy on confidentiality and ensure that all information concerning patients, staff and Practice business is treated as strictly confidential at all times.