Job summary
Outpatient Network are currently seeking Healthcare Assistants to assist in ENT Outpatient Clinics in Rotherham.
We are able to offer competitive rates of pay, paid via Ltd company.
Main duties of the job
Patient Care: Assist patients with personal care needs, including help with mobility, dressing, and hygiene, ensuring comfort and dignity during their visit.
Vital Signs Monitoring: Measure and record patients' vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature, reporting any significant changes to the nursing staff.
Preparation for Appointments: Prepare examination rooms by ensuring they are clean, organized, and stocked with necessary supplies and equipment for ENT assessments.
Assisting with Procedures: Support healthcare professionals during procedures by positioning patients, providing instruments, and maintaining a sterile environment.
Patient Education: Provide information and reassurance to patients about their appointments and any procedures they may undergo, helping to alleviate anxiety.
Collaboration with the Healthcare Team: Work closely with nurses, audiologists, and ENT consultants to ensure a seamless flow of patient care and communication.
Post-Appointment Care: Assist patients in the recovery area after procedures, monitoring their condition and providing any necessary support.
About us
Outpatient Network is a clinical insourcing
provider that supports NHS Trusts with reducing waiting times across an array
of Medical, Surgical and Diagnostic specialties.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and proactive Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our clinic team. In this essential role, you will provide vital support to both patients and healthcare professionals, ensuring high-quality care and a positive patient experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist patients with personal care tasks, including mobility, dressing, and hygiene, while maintaining their comfort and dignity.
- Measure and record vital signs, such as blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature, and report significant changes to nursing staff.
- Prepare examination rooms, ensuring they are clean and stocked with necessary supplies and equipment.
- Support healthcare professionals during procedures by positioning patients and providing instruments as needed.
- Provide information and reassurance to patients about their appointments and any procedures they may undergo.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient care and observations, ensuring effective communication with the healthcare team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and proactive Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our clinic team. In this essential role, you will provide vital support to both patients and healthcare professionals, ensuring high-quality care and a positive patient experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist patients with personal care tasks, including mobility, dressing, and hygiene, while maintaining their comfort and dignity.
- Measure and record vital signs, such as blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature, and report significant changes to nursing staff.
- Prepare examination rooms, ensuring they are clean and stocked with necessary supplies and equipment.
- Support healthcare professionals during procedures by positioning patients and providing instruments as needed.
- Provide information and reassurance to patients about their appointments and any procedures they may undergo.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient care and observations, ensuring effective communication with the healthcare team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 6 months experience of working in an NHS substantive role.
Desirable
- Experience of having worked in clinics.
- Strong Communication skills and a patient-centred approach.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 6 months experience of working in an NHS substantive role.
Desirable
- Experience of having worked in clinics.
- Strong Communication skills and a patient-centred approach.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
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).
