Job summary
Healthcare Science Assistant Apprenticeship Level 2
There are over 50,000 healthcare scientists working in the NHS and you could be one of them! Start your career in healthcare science by joining our team as an Apprentice Healthcare Science Assistant.
This Level 2 apprenticeship programme aims to develop competent Healthcare Science Assistants who can support healthcare science associates, practitioners, clinical scientists and others, in a variety of areas of Healthcare Science.
During your apprenticeship you will work across two healthcare science areas, Cardiology and Respiratory to develop skills in a variety of Healthcare Science Assistant support roles, which will involve meeting, communicating and working with people from all backgrounds.
On completion of the apprenticeship, you will be eligible to apply for roles as a Healthcare Science Assistant. You could also undertake further training and complete a Level 4 apprenticeship to become a Healthcare Science Associate. After training as a Healthcare Science Associate, if you decide to progress your career further you could apply to train as a Healthcare Science Practitioner (by taking an undergraduate BSc (Hons) programme.)
This post does not guarantee permanent employment on completion; however the apprenticeship will provide you with valuable skills and experience to apply for future healthcare science supporting positions within the NHS.
Main duties of the job
The Healthcare Science level 2 apprenticeship is suited to those who are interested in the welfare of others, have a caring attitude and have a keen interest in science.
You will learn how to undertake the tasks involved in the role whilst in the workplace. You will need to be hard working, organised, committed to the team around you and have good communication skills.
In this role you will work directly with patients. This will include preparing patients for diagnostic tests, performing diagnostic tests, inputting data, following written procedures, ordering stock and any other associated administrative duties to support the team.
There will be classroom sessions and work-based assessments which contribute to the learning element of the programme. Apprentices will also complete a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate their learning and skills in practice in accordance with the apprenticeship framework.
We are looking someone who can put the patients needs before their own, be honest, friendly and have a professional attitude to work. Through your working practices you will apply dignity, respect and maintain confidentiality, you will work well in a team, be courteous, sympathetic and professional. It is also important that you maintain a safe working environment and contribute to the safeguarding of patients.
About us
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
We commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class experience for everyone who uses our services.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a Healthcare Science Assistant Apprentice you will study and gain the Level 2 Diploma in Healthcare Science through the Level 2 Healthcare Science Apprenticeship Standard. This will involve carry out work-based learning in the departments under the supervision of a workplace supervisor(s) whilst also attending academic sessions as indicated by the academic institution.
During the apprenticeship you will participate in the following activities, under appropriate supervision;
- Undertake height, weight, blood pressure measurements and oxygen saturation checks.
- Perform resting electrocardiograms (ECG) and spirometry.
- Chaperoning within clinical areas.
- To recognise and respect the patients right to confidentiality, privacy and dignity.
- To be courteous and helpful, and sensitive to patients worries and concerns.
- To assist other members of the team in maximising all aspects of patient care.
- Communicate effectively with patients to ensure all assessments undertaken are performed safely and results of the best quality are obtained. Patient groups may include those where barriers to communication exist, such as patients with learning or other disabilities or whose primary language is not English.
- Use appropriate methods of motivation, encouragement and persuasion to ensure accurate results are obtained whilst respecting the integrity of the person and working with them to achieve the best possible outcome.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a Healthcare Science Assistant Apprentice you will study and gain the Level 2 Diploma in Healthcare Science through the Level 2 Healthcare Science Apprenticeship Standard. This will involve carry out work-based learning in the departments under the supervision of a workplace supervisor(s) whilst also attending academic sessions as indicated by the academic institution.
During the apprenticeship you will participate in the following activities, under appropriate supervision;
- Undertake height, weight, blood pressure measurements and oxygen saturation checks.
- Perform resting electrocardiograms (ECG) and spirometry.
- Chaperoning within clinical areas.
- To recognise and respect the patients right to confidentiality, privacy and dignity.
- To be courteous and helpful, and sensitive to patients worries and concerns.
- To assist other members of the team in maximising all aspects of patient care.
- Communicate effectively with patients to ensure all assessments undertaken are performed safely and results of the best quality are obtained. Patient groups may include those where barriers to communication exist, such as patients with learning or other disabilities or whose primary language is not English.
- Use appropriate methods of motivation, encouragement and persuasion to ensure accurate results are obtained whilst respecting the integrity of the person and working with them to achieve the best possible outcome.
Person Specification
Education / Training / Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum of 3 GCSE at level C / 4 or above in English Maths and Science
Work Experience
Essential
- Experience in working with people
Desirable
- Working / Volunteering in a healthcare setting
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as a team player
- Ability to communicate effectively with a range of people
- Understand the role of a Healthcare Science assistant
- Ability to show initiative
- Ability to work accurately and to deadlines
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Courteous respectful and helpful at all times
- Punctual and Reliable
- Positive attitude to learning
- Empathetic and Caring
- Inclusive and Respectful of all
Person Specification
Education / Training / Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum of 3 GCSE at level C / 4 or above in English Maths and Science
Work Experience
Essential
- Experience in working with people
Desirable
- Working / Volunteering in a healthcare setting
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as a team player
- Ability to communicate effectively with a range of people
- Understand the role of a Healthcare Science assistant
- Ability to show initiative
- Ability to work accurately and to deadlines
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Courteous respectful and helpful at all times
- Punctual and Reliable
- Positive attitude to learning
- Empathetic and Caring
- Inclusive and Respectful of all
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
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).
