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Healthcare Scientist Assistant
| Posting date: | 16 August 2024 |
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| Salary: | £24,071.00 to £25,674.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £24071.00 - £25674.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 August 2024 |
| Location: | Oxford/Banbury, OX3 9DU |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9321-24-2235 |
Summary
In this role you will: Without immediate supervision, use appropriate electro-medical equipment (e.g. electrocardiograph, sphygmomanometer, spirometer, weighing scales, and ambulatory recording systems) in wards or departments throughout the organisation to obtain physiological data from patients (adults, children and neonates). To perform, accurately record and report patient observations -temp, pulse, BP, following completion of relevant competencies/training. To be able to identify when to carry out and report observations, should a patients condition alter/deteriorate To perform additional tasks as directed i.e. cannulation and phlebotomy following completion of relevant competencies/training. To demonstrate good communication skills when dealing with patients, relatives and members of the multidisciplinary team utilising sensitivity, empathy and ability to manage conflict. To assist with patient moving and handling using correct methods and equipment as required (as per manual handling policy) and completion of appropriate paperwork. To demonstrate skills at time management and prioritisation of workload with support from senior cardiac physiology support worker/HSA or service lead To undertake mandatory, statutory and local training as required by the Trust and directorate. To be flexible/willing to assist all areas within cardiac physiology e.g. at times of sickness or increased workload.