Clinical Support Worker - Gastroenterology
| Posting date: | 03 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £24,625.00 to £25,674.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £24625.00 - £25674.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 June 2025 |
| Location: | Liverpool, L9 7AL |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9287-25-0932 |
Summary
Clinical Responsibilities To assist the qualified nursing staff in maintaining patient standards of care To work under the supervision of a qualified nurse within the endoscopy rooms. Supporting taking of tissue samples (biopsy) and completing accurately paperwork to a set standard once trained/educated and competent Preparation of endoscopic equipment prior to endoscopy Undertake cannulation and venepuncture as required in order to improve patient pathway Preparation of endoscopic accessories required during procedures, e.g. preparation of dilatation balloons and inflation devices. Undertaking other endoscopy assistant tasks under supervision until assessed and competent. Work in the recovery area of the Unit under supervision to undertake and evaluate patient observations of blood pressure, pulse and temperature and other tasks as required, to assist in the patient recovery stage and see them through to discharge. Know own limitations and report any lack of knowledge/training to Senior Nurse Educator/Trainer and assessor. Work within the re-processing area as required, to decontaminate endoscopy equipment to a set standard. Clinical Governance / Quality Caring for patients, within a framework of high quality standards of care and practice Education and training development Trains/mentors others in own skillset Working with an Assessor Action plan to be agreed with Assessor Progression Port Folio produced at end of training for each unit. Keep up to date with Unit policies and procedures Attend Unit meetings and teaching sessions. To attend all in-house Trust and Gastroenterology training courses and meetings as required. To maintain knowledge and keep up to date with Unit policies and procedures. To maintain infection control practices so as to cause no harm to patients, carers or staff. To work within Trust policies and procedures. To maintain good communication both verbal and written Maintain mandatory training