Job summary
An exciting opportunity is now available to join the Orthopaedic / Rheumatology Outpatient Department at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust as a Health Care Assistant.
The departments are located at both the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton, and the Sussex Orthopaedic Treatment Centre (SOTC) at Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath.
Experience in orthopaedics, or rheumatology, and out patients' services would be desirable, but is not essential, however all applicants must have a real commitment to ensuring patient safety and service quality. In these busy outpatient departments' excellent communication and organisational skills are also required to manage time effectively.
We can provide a friendly, stimulating and supportive, environment in which you can develop.
Main duties of the job
To take part in meeting the needs of patients under the supervision of a qualified nurse working within the policies and procedures of the Trust.
Be an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team and to contribute to the smooth running of the service.
** For further details please see the attached job description**
About us
At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of theUK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation with patient care at our core. Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal - to always put ourPatient First. In fact our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourwellbeing programmefor staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities include:
- Assist patients within the department with all activities of daily living. Ensuring their privacy and dignity.
- To take and record observations of temperature, pulse and blood pressure as required, and to be responsible for recording appropriately in the patient notes. Also to weigh and measure a patient when required, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- To have a full understanding of the patients optimum level of mobility and to assist with the movement of patients through different care settings within the hospital.
- Ensure that stock levels are adequate. For example gauze, dressings, privacy drapes and dressing packs
- Act as a patient chaperone for medical examinations in clinic when necessary.
- Ensure the appropriate levels of soap, hand gel and hand towels are maintained and, as necessary, monitor the hygiene standards and escalate as necessary.
- Check drug levels and expiry dates in the department and to escalate to the necessary individuals to place an order.
- To resolve day to day issues, and to undertake housekeeping tasks such as cleaning and tidying of clinical rooms, ensuring that the rooms are suitable for clinical use. Also ensure that the disposal of clinical/non waste, and to ensure that sharps boxes are collected by the appropriate team.
**Please read the job description for all responsibilities**
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities include:
- Assist patients within the department with all activities of daily living. Ensuring their privacy and dignity.
- To take and record observations of temperature, pulse and blood pressure as required, and to be responsible for recording appropriately in the patient notes. Also to weigh and measure a patient when required, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- To have a full understanding of the patients optimum level of mobility and to assist with the movement of patients through different care settings within the hospital.
- Ensure that stock levels are adequate. For example gauze, dressings, privacy drapes and dressing packs
- Act as a patient chaperone for medical examinations in clinic when necessary.
- Ensure the appropriate levels of soap, hand gel and hand towels are maintained and, as necessary, monitor the hygiene standards and escalate as necessary.
- Check drug levels and expiry dates in the department and to escalate to the necessary individuals to place an order.
- To resolve day to day issues, and to undertake housekeeping tasks such as cleaning and tidying of clinical rooms, ensuring that the rooms are suitable for clinical use. Also ensure that the disposal of clinical/non waste, and to ensure that sharps boxes are collected by the appropriate team.
**Please read the job description for all responsibilities**
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- Good written and spoken English
- Basic literacy and numerical skills
- Able to prioritise and manage a range of tasks and duties with competing demands
- Able to communicate information to patients and multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- NVQ level 2 in healthcare or equivalent level of experience
- 5 GCSEs or equivalent including maths and English
- NVQ level 3
- Previous experience of working with the general public or in a healthcare setting
- Experience working in an outpatients setting
- Knowledge of medical / nursing terminology
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- Good written and spoken English
- Basic literacy and numerical skills
- Able to prioritise and manage a range of tasks and duties with competing demands
- Able to communicate information to patients and multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- NVQ level 2 in healthcare or equivalent level of experience
- 5 GCSEs or equivalent including maths and English
- NVQ level 3
- Previous experience of working with the general public or in a healthcare setting
- Experience working in an outpatients setting
- Knowledge of medical / nursing terminology
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.
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Royal Sussex County Hospital and Sussex Orthopaedic Treatment Centre
Eastern Rd
Brighton and Haywards Heath
BN2 5BE
Employer's website
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
