Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Health Care Assistant to join our hard-working, friendly team in the Ophthalmic Department.
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual, with effective communication skills and a passion for excellence in Patient Care.
The post will involve working within a wide variety of Specialist Ophthalmic Clinics including General Clinics, Laser Clinics, Macular Degeneration Clinics etc.
The successful candidate must be flexible in working between the hours of 08:00-20:00, Monday-Friday, subject to change within the Ophthalmic Service. Part Time Job Share will be considered
An Enhanced DBS with barred lists for both Adults & Children is required for this post.
Please note; this vacancy may close earlier than expected should a sufficient number of applications bereceived
Interviews to be coinfirmed
Main duties of the job
- Prepare and ensure all consulting rooms are ready for use prior to the commencement of specific clinics including cleaning rooms as per hospital policy and that all necessary documentation is available for use by the clinician
- Utilising IT skills ensure patient electronic records are available for consultation and contain relevant information prior to the commencement of the clinic
- Under the direction of the nurse in charge of the clinic assist the clinician in any patient procedures and chaperone patients when required ensuring patient privacy and dignity is maintained
- Carry out appropriate patient care after appropriate training under the supervision of the nurse in charge
- At the conclusion of clinics ensure consulting rooms are cleaned and tidied and ensure all necessary documentation is directed to the appropriate department
- Carry out vision testing
- Put away stores when delivered according to hospital policy being aware of COSHH
- Identify that stock levels are correct and inform senior staff if anything needs to be ordered
- Responsibilities for the development of teaching and training of any staff.
About us
St Helens and Knowsley Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is the only acute Trust in Cheshire and Merseyside, and one of the few in the entire country, to achieve the title of OUTSTANDING, rated by the Care Quality Commission.
We provide a full range of acute adult services to our local population of circa 360,000 and provide tertiary services across a much wider area in the North West, North Wales and Isle of Man. We are a Major Trauma Unit and the Mersey Regional Burns Unit.
Our '5 Star Patient Care' strategy is at the heart of all that we do; supporting our vision to provide world class services for all our patients by getting it right for every patient, every time.
Our latest achievements include:
- Acute Trust of the Year - HSJ Awards November 2019
- Trust rates Outstanding by the CQC - Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers and Health Service Journal)
- Best acute Trust in the North West for quality of care (NHS Staff Survey 2021)
- Best place to work in the North West (NHS Staff Survey 2021)
In the NHS Staff Survey 2021 the Trust scored the highest marks in the North West for the following areas;
- Standard of care
- Best place to work
- Care of patients being the Trust's priority
- Staff engagement
- Staff morale
- Compassionate and inclusive
- Providing a safe environment for staff
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY DUTIES
- Prepare and ensure all consulting rooms are ready for use prior to the commencement of specific clinics including cleaning rooms as per hospital policy and that all necessary documentation is available for use by the clinician
- Utilising IT skills ensure patient electronic records are available for consultation and contain relevant information prior to the commencement of the clinic
- Under the direction of the nurse in charge of the clinic assist the clinician in any patient procedures and chaperone patients when required ensuring patient privacy and dignity is maintained
- Carry out appropriate patient care after appropriate training under the supervision of the nurse in charge
- At the conclusion of clinics ensure consulting rooms are cleaned and tidied and ensure all necessary documentation is directed to the appropriate department
- Carry out vision testing
- Put away stores when delivered according to hospital policy being aware of COSHH
- Identify that stock levels are correct and inform senior staff if anything needs to be ordered
- Responsibilities for the development of teaching and training of any staff
CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure that nursing care is appropriate, provided and is consistent with clinical guidelines
- To ensure confidentiality of patient information at all times
- To support trained nursing staff within the department in the delivery of patient care
- To ensure the privacy and dignity of patients is paramount and not compromised
- To communicate effectively with staff and patients to ensure that the highest possible standard of care is provided to patients
- To be caring and competent and to ensure patient safety and well-being is paramount at all times
- In accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008, the post holder will actively participate in the prevention and control of infection within the capacity of their role. The Act requires the post holder to attend infection prevention and control training on induction and at regular updates and to take responsibility for the practical application of the training in the course of their work. Infection prevention and control must be included in any personal development plan and/or appraisal
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure patient records are kept up to date and accurate and recording is done in line with Trust policies and procedures
TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES
- Take part in a period of training in order to be competent in instillation of drops and vision testing
RESEARCH & AUDIT
- To commence and participate in research/special projects as directed by the department manager
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY DUTIES
- Prepare and ensure all consulting rooms are ready for use prior to the commencement of specific clinics including cleaning rooms as per hospital policy and that all necessary documentation is available for use by the clinician
- Utilising IT skills ensure patient electronic records are available for consultation and contain relevant information prior to the commencement of the clinic
- Under the direction of the nurse in charge of the clinic assist the clinician in any patient procedures and chaperone patients when required ensuring patient privacy and dignity is maintained
- Carry out appropriate patient care after appropriate training under the supervision of the nurse in charge
- At the conclusion of clinics ensure consulting rooms are cleaned and tidied and ensure all necessary documentation is directed to the appropriate department
- Carry out vision testing
- Put away stores when delivered according to hospital policy being aware of COSHH
- Identify that stock levels are correct and inform senior staff if anything needs to be ordered
- Responsibilities for the development of teaching and training of any staff
CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure that nursing care is appropriate, provided and is consistent with clinical guidelines
- To ensure confidentiality of patient information at all times
- To support trained nursing staff within the department in the delivery of patient care
- To ensure the privacy and dignity of patients is paramount and not compromised
- To communicate effectively with staff and patients to ensure that the highest possible standard of care is provided to patients
- To be caring and competent and to ensure patient safety and well-being is paramount at all times
- In accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008, the post holder will actively participate in the prevention and control of infection within the capacity of their role. The Act requires the post holder to attend infection prevention and control training on induction and at regular updates and to take responsibility for the practical application of the training in the course of their work. Infection prevention and control must be included in any personal development plan and/or appraisal
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure patient records are kept up to date and accurate and recording is done in line with Trust policies and procedures
TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES
- Take part in a period of training in order to be competent in instillation of drops and vision testing
RESEARCH & AUDIT
- To commence and participate in research/special projects as directed by the department manager
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 (Ideally in Health Care) or equivalent qualification, or equivalent experience
- Care Certificate, or willing to work towards upon appointment
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical skills required to undertake the role
- Knowledge of Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults procedures
- Experience within a care setting
- Experience working within an Outpatient setting
Skill
Essential
- Excellent communication skills & effective record management
- Ability to manage time and priorities effectively
- Ability to work autonoumously, and use own initative when necessary
Other
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable approach
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 (Ideally in Health Care) or equivalent qualification, or equivalent experience
- Care Certificate, or willing to work towards upon appointment
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical skills required to undertake the role
- Knowledge of Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults procedures
- Experience within a care setting
- Experience working within an Outpatient setting
Skill
Essential
- Excellent communication skills & effective record management
- Ability to manage time and priorities effectively
- Ability to work autonoumously, and use own initative when necessary
Other
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable approach
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.
