Healthcare Assistant
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 21 Tachwedd 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £17.50 yr awr |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £17.50 an hour |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 12 Rhagfyr 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Cambridge, CB2 0QQ |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | B0063-25-0008 |
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JOB DETAILS Job title: Healthcare Assistant (HCA) Cardiology Outpatients Location: Cambridge Heart Clinic (CHC), K2 Cardiac Day Unit, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 0QQ Reports to: Clinic Manager Contract: Bank Hours: Variable dependent on clinic activity Pay: £17.50 per hour, inclusive of holiday payment KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Duties Act as a chaperone during outpatient consultations, examinations, and diagnostic tests. Perform 12-lead ECGs independently and to a high clinical standard (essential requirement). Apply ambulatory cardiac monitoring devices (e.g., Holter monitors) training provided; no prior experience required. Record basic clinical observations (BP, pulse, SpO, height, weight) as required. Prepare clinic rooms and equipment, ensuring they are clean, safe, and fully stocked. Maintain strict infection prevention and control standards. Support clinicians during procedures within your agreed competencies. Escort and reassure patients throughout their clinic visit. Operational & Administrative Duties Welcome, check-in, and support patients through their pathway. Assist in managing patient flow to maintain efficient clinic operations. Document clinical information accurately, following CHC and RPH guidelines. Support consumable stock checks and escalate equipment issues promptly. Maintain clean, tidy, and well-organised outpatient environments. Participate in annual mandatory training and maintain required competencies. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT Due to contractual arrangements with Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH): Applicants must NOT hold a substantive or bank post at CUH. We are unable to accept applications from individuals employed by CUH in any capacity. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Full training will be provided for ambulatory monitoring. Uniform and mandatory training will be supplied. An Enhanced DBS check is required. Opportunities to take bank shifts across CHC outpatient services as activity allows. WORKING PATTERN Variable hours dependent on clinic schedules and activity levels. Shifts may include: Daytime clinics (e.g. 08:00 - 13:00 / 09:00 - 17:00) Evening clinics (e.g. 17:00 - 21:00 or later) Weekend (Saturday) sessions (mornings, afternoons and full days). Flexibility is essential.