Job summary
The emergency technician role will be someone who will need a NVQ level 3 or equivalent (2x A-levels)- or NVQ level 2 or equivalent ( 5 x GCSE'S A-C, including English and maths) with relevant experience in an acute setting or phlebotomy.
The candidate will have a hospital induction and then an in house induction with our practice development team. A dedicated senior nurse will be allocated to you and they will be your point of contact for training, development and any concerns.
Main duties of the job
Successful candidates will be rotated throughout the Emergency Department assisting the nursing team. The job role will consist of cannulation and Venepuncture, ECG'S, Urinalysis, urine pregnancy testing, covid swabs, observations and basic nursing care.
For further information contact the department and speak to Sister Charlotte Rolls the recruitment lead.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.
All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The emergency department technician role is a relatively new role that has been evolving within the Luton and Dunstable Emergency Department team for the past 5 years. Part of the Emergency department quality indicators are that patients are seen and triaged within 15 minutes; so having technicians aiding the qualified nursing within this role is vital for us as a department in achieving this.
The main duties of the technicians will be:
-ECG's
-urinalysis/pregnancy tests
-observations/neurological observations
-covid swabs
- chaperoning doctors
- basic nursing care
- assisting the nurses
- venepuncture
-cannulation
Job description
Job responsibilities
The emergency department technician role is a relatively new role that has been evolving within the Luton and Dunstable Emergency Department team for the past 5 years. Part of the Emergency department quality indicators are that patients are seen and triaged within 15 minutes; so having technicians aiding the qualified nursing within this role is vital for us as a department in achieving this.
The main duties of the technicians will be:
-ECG's
-urinalysis/pregnancy tests
-observations/neurological observations
-covid swabs
- chaperoning doctors
- basic nursing care
- assisting the nurses
- venepuncture
-cannulation
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent experience
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 with Specialist A&E Experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of Working in a care Setting
Desirable
- Competent in Venepuncture and Cannulation
- Basic Life Support Adults
- Basic Life Support Paediatric
- First Aid at Work
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to prioritise workload
Desirable
- Demonstrable organisational skills
- Knowledge of clinical governance
- Understanding of ED performance targets
Personal Skills
Essential
- Open/Reflective/Warm/Approachable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent experience
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 with Specialist A&E Experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of Working in a care Setting
Desirable
- Competent in Venepuncture and Cannulation
- Basic Life Support Adults
- Basic Life Support Paediatric
- First Aid at Work
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to prioritise workload
Desirable
- Demonstrable organisational skills
- Knowledge of clinical governance
- Understanding of ED performance targets
Personal Skills
Essential
- Open/Reflective/Warm/Approachable
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
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).
