Job summary
Working as part of a fantastic team supported by the 18 Week Clinical and Nurse Leads in your specialty and overseen by our Chief Nurse
Excellent daily rate (paid via clinical payroll)
The opportunity to work with leading clinicians.
Ongoing sessions available over a long duration.
Training and orientation provided where needed.
Flexible work you chose when you want to work for us and can fit it around your NHS or other commitments.
Booking and scheduling app that allows you to easily see work in your specialty and local area as well as book shifts at the click of a button.
Community app that allows you to connect with other clinicians, share learning and engage with 18 Week Support L&D resources.
Main duties of the job
Weekday and Weekend shifts available
Excellent day rate from £250
Ongoing sessions available
Part-time weekend roles available
Location: Torquay
About us
As the leading provider of clinical insourcing services to the NHS, 18 Week Support partners with NHS Trusts to reduce referral to treatment waiting times and provide ongoing clinical capacity management solutions.
Over the years, 18 Week Support has developed strong working relationships with over 75 Trusts and Health Boards in the UK and provides flexible, high-quality, weekend and weekday services.
Every member of our team, from our world-renowned lead physicians and surgeons to our highly experienced nurses and healthcare assistants, is committed to providing first-class clinical care and an exceptional patient experience.
We offer a wide range of clinical specialties and support services within our innovative insourcing model. Each specialty is managed by an experienced clinical lead and our Head of Nursing. The services include Gastroenterology & Endoscopy, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, ENT & Audiology, Neurology, General Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Urology, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Trauma & Orthopaedics, Radiology, Gynaecology, Clinical Support Services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role of a Healthcare Assistant within 18 Week Support will
require you will carry out observations, investigations and basic treatments as
required. You will also oversee chaperoning of patients and assisting medical
staff with day-to-day duties and any other duties under the direction of the
registered nurse.
Welcome patients, visitors, consultants, and staff in a professional and
welcoming manner.
Carry out Vital observations.
Maintain stock control and careful use of equipment.
Maintain privacy and dignity of patients.
Distribute Patient Feedback forms.
Complete all relevant paperwork as requested by 18 Week Support Team
Chaperoning patients and required equipment as necessary for
appointments and clinic.
Ensure strict confidentiality is applied to all clients and staff,
ensuring need to know basis is always applied.
Communicate care to patients, their family and/or carers using
appropriate language and rationale.
Assists the registered nurse with appropriate clinical
documentation.
Reports any concerns to the trained nurse in charge of the patient.
Decontamination of instruments and clinical equipment
Weekday and Weekend shifts available
Excellent day rate from £250
Ongoing sessions available
Part-time roles available
Location: Torquay
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role of a Healthcare Assistant within 18 Week Support will
require you will carry out observations, investigations and basic treatments as
required. You will also oversee chaperoning of patients and assisting medical
staff with day-to-day duties and any other duties under the direction of the
registered nurse.
Welcome patients, visitors, consultants, and staff in a professional and
welcoming manner.
Carry out Vital observations.
Maintain stock control and careful use of equipment.
Maintain privacy and dignity of patients.
Distribute Patient Feedback forms.
Complete all relevant paperwork as requested by 18 Week Support Team
Chaperoning patients and required equipment as necessary for
appointments and clinic.
Ensure strict confidentiality is applied to all clients and staff,
ensuring need to know basis is always applied.
Communicate care to patients, their family and/or carers using
appropriate language and rationale.
Assists the registered nurse with appropriate clinical
documentation.
Reports any concerns to the trained nurse in charge of the patient.
Decontamination of instruments and clinical equipment
Weekday and Weekend shifts available
Excellent day rate from £250
Ongoing sessions available
Part-time roles available
Location: Torquay
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 1 year's experience in Theatres in an acute setting
- Current practice in Theatres in an acute setting
- Live within 50 miles of Torquay
Desirable
- Live within 40 miles of Torquay
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 1 year's experience in Theatres in an acute setting
- Current practice in Theatres in an acute setting
- Live within 50 miles of Torquay
Desirable
- Live within 40 miles of Torquay
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
