Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time
Healthcare Assistant to come and join the friendly St Thomas Medical Group
Nursing Team.
The preferred hours are:- Mon, Thu & Fri 08:30
17:00 these can be negotiable for right applicant.
The Group have three sites across Exeter.
The Practice uses SystmOne.
The ideal candidate will have an excellent skill
mix, be friendly, have a good sense of humour and be flexible. The successful
candidates will be expected to work across sites.
We are seeking someone who is enthusiastic about
delivering excellent patient care, with good interpersonal/communication skills
and has the ability to work well independently as well as part of the
integrated team.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job
Undertake
patient health checks
Support
the practice nurse and patient with health promotion initiatives
Carry
out baseline observations such as ECG, pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature,
pulse rate, and other appropriate clinical indicators recording findings
accurately
Undertake
wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required
Support
the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics
Carry
out BMI checks as directed
Act
as a chaperone as required
When
trained, undertake venepuncture
When
trained, administer flu vaccinations and other injectable therapies
When
trained, carry out ear irrigation under the supervision of the practice nurse
Ensure
specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation
Provide
support during minor operations and contraception clinics as required
Ensure
all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session
Ensure
clinical waste is managed in clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in
accordance with the practice IPC policy
Deliver
opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
About us
St Thomas Medical Group is the 2nd largest practice
in Devon, forward thinking, innovative and outward-facing, looking for an
enthusiastic, skilled and motivated individual to help us diversify the
workforce of our organisation.
With an excellent, supportive team of GPs,
Clinical, Administrative and Reception staff operating out of purpose-built
surgeries, we have 12 Partners, 23 Salaried Drs, 24 Nurses, 6 ANPs, 4
Paramedics, Health and Wellbeing Coach, Occupational Health Therapist, 2
Pharmacists, 1 Pharmacy Technician, First Contact Physios and Social
prescribers forming a strong and skilled workforce.
The team work extremely hard and have a very
positive work ethic. The team are very well supported by the Groups 12 GP
Partners and management team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake
patient health checks
Support
the practice nurse and patient with health promotion initiatives
Carry
out baseline observations such as ECG, pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature,
pulse rate, and other appropriate clinical indicators recording findings
accurately
Undertake
wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required
Support
the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics
Carry
out BMI checks as directed
Act
as a chaperone as required
When
trained, undertake venepuncture
When
trained, administer flu vaccinations and other injectable therapies
When
trained, carry out ear irrigation under the supervision of the practice nurse
Ensure
specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation
Provide
support during minor operations and contraception clinics as required
Ensure
all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session
Ensure
clinical waste is managed in clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in
accordance with the practice IPC policy
Deliver
opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake
patient health checks
Support
the practice nurse and patient with health promotion initiatives
Carry
out baseline observations such as ECG, pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature,
pulse rate, and other appropriate clinical indicators recording findings
accurately
Undertake
wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required
Support
the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics
Carry
out BMI checks as directed
Act
as a chaperone as required
When
trained, undertake venepuncture
When
trained, administer flu vaccinations and other injectable therapies
When
trained, carry out ear irrigation under the supervision of the practice nurse
Ensure
specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation
Provide
support during minor operations and contraception clinics as required
Ensure
all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session
Ensure
clinical waste is managed in clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in
accordance with the practice IPC policy
Deliver
opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Healthcare qualification/experience (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level
Desirable
- Phlebotomy certification
- Ear syringing certification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
- 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
- Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Effectively utilises resources
- Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
- Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
- Occupational Health Clearance
Desirable
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
- Wound Care / Removal of sutures & staples
- ECGs
- Phlebotomy
- Injectable therapies
- New patient health checks. Height, weight, BP, Pulse
- Chaperone procedure
- Ability to record accurate clinical notes
- Competent in the use of Office and Email
- SystmOne
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Healthcare qualification/experience (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level
Desirable
- Phlebotomy certification
- Ear syringing certification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
- 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
- Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Effectively utilises resources
- Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
- Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
- Occupational Health Clearance
Desirable
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
- Wound Care / Removal of sutures & staples
- ECGs
- Phlebotomy
- Injectable therapies
- New patient health checks. Height, weight, BP, Pulse
- Chaperone procedure
- Ability to record accurate clinical notes
- Competent in the use of Office and Email
- SystmOne
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).
