Healthcare Assistant
| Posting date: | 08 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 May 2024 |
| Location: | Guildford, GU1 1LJ |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | M0035-24-0265 |
Summary
Role:Healthcare Assistant Location: Jarvis Breast Centre, Guildford, Surrey Salary:22,308 - 25,000 pro rata Hours: 15hours per week InHealth is the largest NHS Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP) provider in England and our Surrey and North East Hampshire (also known as the Jarvis) Breast Screening Service (BSS) that has an eligible population of approximately 186,000 women invited to screening over a 3-year screening round, is the largest of all our breast screening services in England. The staffing structure has over fifty members of staff. The static breast screening unit is located at the Jarvis Breast Centre and provides screening and assessment service. Screening is also carried out on five mobile units covering a large geographical area throughout Surrey and North East Hampshire. Screening patients are referred to six NHS Trusts for surgical and oncological treatment. What you will do: As a Healthcare Assistant you will support a professional and patient-focused service, working alongside your clinical colleagues in our dynamic and fast-paced unit. You will contribute to the smooth running of the clinics and assist clinicians before, during and after procedures. As an integral part of our clinical support team, your skills as a Healthcare Assistant will help us to deliver on our vision to make healthcare better. What you are responsible for: Support in providing quality, professional care to women undergoing breast assessment investigations, under the supervision of the breast care nursing team Act as a patient advocate to ensure both privacy and dignity for the patient Preparing equipment for clinical procedures and chaperoning as required Supporting patients post procedure and reporting any concerns to the relevant staff To support person-centred care, equality and diversity Demonstrating safe, effective practice in line with National guidelines and InHealth policies and procedures Maintain a safe clinical environment in line with the Companys Health and Safety and Infection Control Help with managing an unpredictable workload, acting professionally under pressure Clarify patients identification and accurately enter data into patient and clinical records Adhering to the requirements of the Data Protection Act (1984) ensuring confidentiality of information To monitor and replenish clinical stock and documentation, rotating and topping up stock as necessary To report stock requirements and shortages of any kind to the nursing team To assist with ordering items via the InHealth procurement system Cleaning, monitoring and tidying equipment as directed and reporting any problems or malfunctions to a senior member of staff Participate in personal development, appraisals, mandatory training and attending team meetings and audits as required Be prepared to occasionally travel for training courses We are looking for someone who is: A good listener with excellent verbal and written communication skills Aware of the importance of patient confidentiality and data protection A team player who is supportive, reliable and trustworthy A professional, empathetic and courteous individual who cares about people and conducts themselves professionally with patients, family members and colleagues Approachable, dedicated and hardworking A people person someone who enjoys working alongside and helping others Calm and focused in challenging situations Great at organising things and able to prioritise their workload Good at attention to detail Able to work well within set procedures. You should apply if you have experience: Working in a healthcare environment Dealing with people and knowing how to handle situations effectively and sensitively Understanding of the NHS Breast Screening Programme (desirable) NVQ qualification or willingness to undertake(desirable) Understanding of importance of health promotion(desirable)