Job summary
Brunel Health Ltd is seeking a General Practice
Assistant/Trainee to join our team and assist the Homeless Health Care Team in
the Portsmouth area. This role will involve a combination of basic clinical
duties and administration responsibilities.
Main duties of the job
Assisting the Homeless Health Care Team with basic clinical
procedures and tasks.
Supporting healthcare professionals in providing care and
treatment to homeless individuals.
Performing administrative tasks such as scheduling
appointments, maintaining patient records, and coordinating referrals.
Ensuring a clean and organised work environment in
accordance with health and safety regulations.
Providing compassionate and respectful assistance to
patients in need.
About us
Brunel Health Ltd is a leading healthcare organisation
committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate services to underserved
populations. We are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of
individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness in the
Portsmouth area.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A compassionate and caring attitude towards homeless
individuals and vulnerable populations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Willingness to learn and undertake training as required.
Basic knowledge of medical terminology and procedures
preferred but not essential.
Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A compassionate and caring attitude towards homeless
individuals and vulnerable populations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Willingness to learn and undertake training as required.
Basic knowledge of medical terminology and procedures
preferred but not essential.
Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified to NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care
- GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths
Desirable
- Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level
- Phlebotomy certification
- Vaccination certification
- Wound care/removal of sutures and staples
Qualifications
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- ECGs
- Venepuncture
- Chaperone procedure
- Ability to record accurate clinical notes
Desirable
- Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level
- Phlebotomy certification
- Vaccination certification
- Wound care/removal of sutures and staples
Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- ECG's
- Venepuncture
- Chaperone procedure
- Ability to record accurate clinical notes
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Strong IT skills
- Effective time management (planning and organising)
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work as a team member
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Motivated
- Problem-solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations
- Able to communicate effectively and understand the needs of the patient
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
Desirable
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- EMIS/SystmOne/Vision user skills
- Flexibility to work outside core office hours
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified to NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care
- GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths
Desirable
- Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level
- Phlebotomy certification
- Vaccination certification
- Wound care/removal of sutures and staples
Qualifications
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- ECGs
- Venepuncture
- Chaperone procedure
- Ability to record accurate clinical notes
Desirable
- Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level
- Phlebotomy certification
- Vaccination certification
- Wound care/removal of sutures and staples
Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- ECG's
- Venepuncture
- Chaperone procedure
- Ability to record accurate clinical notes
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Strong IT skills
- Effective time management (planning and organising)
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work as a team member
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Motivated
- Problem-solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations
- Able to communicate effectively and understand the needs of the patient
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
Desirable
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- EMIS/SystmOne/Vision user skills
- Flexibility to work outside core office hours
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
