Health Care Assistant

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

The closing date is 07 May 2025

Job summary

As a Health Care Assistant, the post holder will work as part of the Endoscopy team, ensuring an effective service is provided within the Endoscopy Unit across the Trust.

To assist with most of the Endoscopy procedures.

To carry out assigned task involving direct care in support of and supervised by a qualified Nurse or other health care professional.

To provide a quality service to both inpatient and outpatient in an environment in which patients are treated as individuals with dignity and respect.

Main duties of the job

Working in all Endoscopy Procedure rooms with support & training if required, including all aspects of role within the room.

Assist in Recovery Rooms carrying out the enhanced Band 3 role.

Be responsible in stocking up and cleaning Endoscopy equipment

Undertaking Endoscopy list in all areas of the Hospital

Moving to another area if the needs of the Trust requires this

Working over allocated time if the patient is compromised and cannot be discharged or moved to another area.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. 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 ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - 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.

Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/

Date posted

23 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-6887152-APR25

Job locations

St Richards Hospital

Spitalfields Lane

Chichester

PO19 6SE

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assist in the manoeuvring and positioning of patients and equipment in the theatre Rooms and Recovery.

Ensure patients safety, comfort, privacy and dignity is observed at all times.

Demonstrate good understanding of the Endoscopy procedure and the consent process. Ensure that a valid consent is obtained prior to any Endoscopy Procedures.

Identify patients individual dependency care needs and provide support for physical, psychological, and social requirements.

Provide patients emergency care in all areas of the Endoscopy department.

Ensure that any safeguarding issues are raised appropriately to lead Nurses to enable investigation in relation to vulnerable adults or children.

To maintain clear documentation regarding patients treatments, care and future plans of care.

Ensure that the Clinical Environment reflects a high standard of cleanliness, be proactive in response to any issues raised in cleaning audits or patients environment inspections.

Recognize own limitation and work only within the scope of professional practice and competence.

Contribute to the collection and proper labelling of all types of specimens in line with Trust protocols and Procedures.

Work in an effective and organized manner demonstrating excellent time management and organizational skills to effectively deliver person- centered care

Report and share information regarding the patients condition, behavior, and responses pre/during/post Endoscopy procedures.

Work within others areas of the trust as requested.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assist in the manoeuvring and positioning of patients and equipment in the theatre Rooms and Recovery.

Ensure patients safety, comfort, privacy and dignity is observed at all times.

Demonstrate good understanding of the Endoscopy procedure and the consent process. Ensure that a valid consent is obtained prior to any Endoscopy Procedures.

Identify patients individual dependency care needs and provide support for physical, psychological, and social requirements.

Provide patients emergency care in all areas of the Endoscopy department.

Ensure that any safeguarding issues are raised appropriately to lead Nurses to enable investigation in relation to vulnerable adults or children.

To maintain clear documentation regarding patients treatments, care and future plans of care.

Ensure that the Clinical Environment reflects a high standard of cleanliness, be proactive in response to any issues raised in cleaning audits or patients environment inspections.

Recognize own limitation and work only within the scope of professional practice and competence.

Contribute to the collection and proper labelling of all types of specimens in line with Trust protocols and Procedures.

Work in an effective and organized manner demonstrating excellent time management and organizational skills to effectively deliver person- centered care

Report and share information regarding the patients condition, behavior, and responses pre/during/post Endoscopy procedures.

Work within others areas of the trust as requested.

Person Specification

Previous Experience

Essential

Healthcare experience

Desirable

Endoscopy or Theatre Experience

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Person Specification

Previous Experience

Essential

Healthcare experience

Desirable

Endoscopy or Theatre Experience

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

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.