Senior Health Care Assistant

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

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Job summary

Another exciting opportunity has arisen to join the busy and dynamic Nursing team as Health Care Assistant within the Sexual Health and Contraception Service in Worthing. We are a multi-professional progressive team providing a comprehensive, evidence based and patient focused service for Contraception and Sexual Health.

Experience is desirable in diagnostic microscopy and venepuncture but not essential as all necessary training will be given to successful candidate.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are imperative as the role requires a sensitive, confidential and non-judgemental manner at all times.

Main duties of the job

Chaperoning
Microscopy
Venepuncture
Supporting colleagues
Housekeeping
Data inputting
Communicating results to patients
Asymptomatic screening of patients for sexually transmitted infections
Support/promote Health Promotion Team
Room preparation for clinics
Ordering suplies

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

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 our Wellbeing Programme for 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.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Date posted

09 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 a year Per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

279-6199293-APR24

Job locations

Rowlands Road

Worthing

BN11 3JN

Job description

Job responsibilities

Under the supervision of trained nursing/medical staff acts as chaperone in supporting the patient undergoing examination and assisting in the taking of specimens whilst ensuring the safety, comfort and dignity of the patient at all times
Carries out urinalysis and pregnancy tests, takes bloods and completes microscopy on genital swabs taken by a trained member of staff. Reports findings and enters results onto the clinical system.
Explains to patients the purpose of asymptomatic screening and how to take an appropriate urine sample or self-taken throat, vaginal or rectal swab.
Provide condom demonstration and offer patients information on male and female condoms and lubricants, emergency contraception for any failures, and STI information. Signposts clients onto the C card scheme
Enters data accurately into the computer including demographic, personal and clinical details of patient attendances to provide the department with an up to date record of patient activity and information.
Recognises vulnerable adults and child protection issues, assessing patients from the age of 16 and above when attending for asymptomatic screening and refers them to senior clinical colleague immediately.
Inputting results onto patient records and texting patients accordingly.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Under the supervision of trained nursing/medical staff acts as chaperone in supporting the patient undergoing examination and assisting in the taking of specimens whilst ensuring the safety, comfort and dignity of the patient at all times
Carries out urinalysis and pregnancy tests, takes bloods and completes microscopy on genital swabs taken by a trained member of staff. Reports findings and enters results onto the clinical system.
Explains to patients the purpose of asymptomatic screening and how to take an appropriate urine sample or self-taken throat, vaginal or rectal swab.
Provide condom demonstration and offer patients information on male and female condoms and lubricants, emergency contraception for any failures, and STI information. Signposts clients onto the C card scheme
Enters data accurately into the computer including demographic, personal and clinical details of patient attendances to provide the department with an up to date record of patient activity and information.
Recognises vulnerable adults and child protection issues, assessing patients from the age of 16 and above when attending for asymptomatic screening and refers them to senior clinical colleague immediately.
Inputting results onto patient records and texting patients accordingly.

Person Specification

Desirable

Essential

Good Communication Skills, Non Judgemental
Chaperoning-can support patients
Education to GCSE level or equivalent with passes in English and maths
Aware of confidentiality
NVQ level 3 in healthcare, C&G certification or equivalent level of knowledge in care and clinical observation

Desirable

Microscopy
Previous experience in Sexual Health
Venepuncture
IT skills

Person Specification

Desirable

Essential

Good Communication Skills, Non Judgemental
Chaperoning-can support patients
Education to GCSE level or equivalent with passes in English and maths
Aware of confidentiality
NVQ level 3 in healthcare, C&G certification or equivalent level of knowledge in care and clinical observation

Desirable

Microscopy
Previous experience in Sexual Health
Venepuncture
IT skills

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.