Job summary
We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated, enthusiastic
Healthcare Assistant for our Prisons Service (X-ray). You will be required to
travel to clinics in the Midlands, with potential travel to the north and
south. The post holder will work closely with Radiographers and Radiologists,
supporting them with patients during their clinics. To succeed you must have
excellent communication skills and a flexible, proactive approach to delivering
first class diagnostic services and patient care. Training is provided and
further career development opportunities throughout the company.
You will be required to keep a company van and you will need a
full, clean driving licence.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Ensuring
the smooth running of clinics within prison healthcare sites
Assisting
in the care and comfort of patients
Assisting
Radiographers and Radiologists during examinations
Ensuring
the clinical room is prepared prior to the start of clinical sessions
Using
the patient information systems (Soliton/PACS)
Monitoring
and maintaining adequate stock levels and ordering supplies of linen, gowns and
consumables
Ensuring
and maintaining a patient centred and quality focused approach to all aspects
of work
Ensure
patients have access to a chaperone at all times
Uphold
professional standards policy
Uphold
data protection and patient confidentiality at all times
Assist
in the induction and training of new staff.
Provide
administration support as required.
Adhere
to the Corporate and local policies applicable to the role.
Adhere
to MRI Operational and Safety policies and Healthshare Ionising Radiation
polices when working within MRI CT X-ray and DEXA.
About us
We're an independent healthcare provider, with established roots in muscular-skeletal health and diagnostics, founded by expert NHS clinicians who recognised a way to improve things.
Our approach means that whether it's speed, flexibility, efficiency or quality, every aspect has been carefully considered to surpass expectations. This is why we've been a trusted partner of the NHS for over ten years, and the provider of choice for countless private patients.
We work with integrity. When it comes to collaboratively delivering care, relationships are key. Whether we're interacting with each other, our partners or our patients, we're always open and honest. Every key decision is based on clear process and informed by evidence.
We act with empathy. Everyone who is here, is here because they care about people. We always try and put ourselves in the shoes of whomever we're interacting with and treat people with compassion and consideration.
We inspire with passion. It's hard work, but we absolutely love what we do. There's no room for a half-hearted approach to healthcare, it requires dedication, and that's what everyone here has. A Healthshare employee is enthusiastic, with a verve and panache that inspires others around them.
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays) and option to buy/sell
- Private Healthcare (Benenden)
- Company Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance
- Blue Light Card
- Refer a Friend Scheme
- CPD Opportunities
- Wagestream
- Reward Gateway
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Smart Tech
- EV Car Scheme
Job description
Job responsibilities
ACCOUNTABLE TO -Operations
Manager
REPORTS TO -Clinical
Lead
Job Purpose
We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated, enthusiastic
Healthcare Assistant for our Prisons Service (X-ray). You will be required to
travel to clinics in the Midlands, with potential travel to the north and
south. The post holder will work closely with Radiographers and Radiologists,
supporting them with patients during their clinics. To succeed you must have
excellent communication skills and a flexible, proactive approach to delivering
first class diagnostic services and patient care. Training is provided and
further career development opportunities throughout the company.
You will be required to keep a company van and you will need a
full, clean driving licence.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Ensuring
the smooth running of clinics within prison healthcare sites
Assisting
in the care and comfort of patients
Assisting
Radiographers and Radiologists during examinations
Ensuring
the clinical room is prepared prior to the start of clinical sessions
Using
the patient information systems (Soliton/PACS)
Monitoring
and maintaining adequate stock levels and ordering supplies of linen, gowns and
consumables
Ensuring
and maintaining a patient centred and quality focused approach to all aspects
of work
Ensure
patients have access to a chaperone at all times
Uphold
professional standards policy
Uphold
data protection and patient confidentiality at all times
Assist
in the induction and training of new staff.
Provide
administration support as required.
Adhere
to the Corporate and local policies applicable to the role.
Adhere
to MRI Operational and Safety policies and Healthshare Ionising Radiation
polices when working within MRI, CT, X-ray and DEXA.
Confidentiality
In
the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to
gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters.
They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect
their privacy and act appropriately.
In
the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder
may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their
carers. They may also have access to information relating to the Clinic as a
business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded
as strictly confidential.
Information
relating to patients, carers or the business of the Clinic may only be divulged
to authorised persons in accordance with Healthshares policies and procedures
relating to confidentiality and data protection.
Equal Opportunities
The
post holder must at all times carry out his/her responsibilities with regards
to Healthshares Equal Opportunities Policy.
Health and Safety
Employees
must be aware of the responsibilities placed upon them under the Health and
Safety at Work Act 1974, to ensure that the agreed safety procedures are
carried out to maintain a safe working environment for patients, visitors and
employees. The post holder will be required to participate in Healthshares
annual Mandatory Training components.
The
post holder will be required to adhere to effective manual handling techniques
due to the requirements to lift and move both equipment and assist patients.
Full training will be given.
No Smoking Policy
Healthshare
operates a no smoking policy.
Terms and Conditions of Employment
This
post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; this means that
any criminal conviction must be made known at the time of application. The post
will be subject to a criminal record check (DBS).
Review of this
Job Description
This is an outline job description and should not be regarded as
an inflexible specification. Responsibilities will be reviewed periodically in
line with service priorities and duties may change or new duties be introduced
after consultation with the post holder. As a term of your employment, you may
be required to undertake such other duties and/or hours of work as may
reasonably be required, commensurate with your general level of responsibility
with the organisation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
ACCOUNTABLE TO -Operations
Manager
REPORTS TO -Clinical
Lead
Job Purpose
We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated, enthusiastic
Healthcare Assistant for our Prisons Service (X-ray). You will be required to
travel to clinics in the Midlands, with potential travel to the north and
south. The post holder will work closely with Radiographers and Radiologists,
supporting them with patients during their clinics. To succeed you must have
excellent communication skills and a flexible, proactive approach to delivering
first class diagnostic services and patient care. Training is provided and
further career development opportunities throughout the company.
You will be required to keep a company van and you will need a
full, clean driving licence.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Ensuring
the smooth running of clinics within prison healthcare sites
Assisting
in the care and comfort of patients
Assisting
Radiographers and Radiologists during examinations
Ensuring
the clinical room is prepared prior to the start of clinical sessions
Using
the patient information systems (Soliton/PACS)
Monitoring
and maintaining adequate stock levels and ordering supplies of linen, gowns and
consumables
Ensuring
and maintaining a patient centred and quality focused approach to all aspects
of work
Ensure
patients have access to a chaperone at all times
Uphold
professional standards policy
Uphold
data protection and patient confidentiality at all times
Assist
in the induction and training of new staff.
Provide
administration support as required.
Adhere
to the Corporate and local policies applicable to the role.
Adhere
to MRI Operational and Safety policies and Healthshare Ionising Radiation
polices when working within MRI, CT, X-ray and DEXA.
Confidentiality
In
the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to
gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters.
They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect
their privacy and act appropriately.
In
the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder
may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their
carers. They may also have access to information relating to the Clinic as a
business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded
as strictly confidential.
Information
relating to patients, carers or the business of the Clinic may only be divulged
to authorised persons in accordance with Healthshares policies and procedures
relating to confidentiality and data protection.
Equal Opportunities
The
post holder must at all times carry out his/her responsibilities with regards
to Healthshares Equal Opportunities Policy.
Health and Safety
Employees
must be aware of the responsibilities placed upon them under the Health and
Safety at Work Act 1974, to ensure that the agreed safety procedures are
carried out to maintain a safe working environment for patients, visitors and
employees. The post holder will be required to participate in Healthshares
annual Mandatory Training components.
The
post holder will be required to adhere to effective manual handling techniques
due to the requirements to lift and move both equipment and assist patients.
Full training will be given.
No Smoking Policy
Healthshare
operates a no smoking policy.
Terms and Conditions of Employment
This
post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; this means that
any criminal conviction must be made known at the time of application. The post
will be subject to a criminal record check (DBS).
Review of this
Job Description
This is an outline job description and should not be regarded as
an inflexible specification. Responsibilities will be reviewed periodically in
line with service priorities and duties may change or new duties be introduced
after consultation with the post holder. As a term of your employment, you may
be required to undertake such other duties and/or hours of work as may
reasonably be required, commensurate with your general level of responsibility
with the organisation.
Person Specification
APTITUDE & ABILITIES
Essential
- Good verbal communication skills
- Demonstrates ability to be tactful and diplomatic
- Flexible approach to duties
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to prioritise workload
- Ability to concentrate when being frequently interrupted
Desirable
- Basic understanding of anxiety and fears of patients about to undergo procedures
Qualifications
Essential
- Good general standard of education to GCSE level or equivalent
Desirable
- European Computer Driving Licence
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working as part of a team
- Previous experience in applying practical skills
- Understands the importance of confidentiality
Desirable
- Previous experience in a health care environment
- Awareness of Health and Safety in the workplace
- Keyboard skills
Person Specification
APTITUDE & ABILITIES
Essential
- Good verbal communication skills
- Demonstrates ability to be tactful and diplomatic
- Flexible approach to duties
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to prioritise workload
- Ability to concentrate when being frequently interrupted
Desirable
- Basic understanding of anxiety and fears of patients about to undergo procedures
Qualifications
Essential
- Good general standard of education to GCSE level or equivalent
Desirable
- European Computer Driving Licence
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working as part of a team
- Previous experience in applying practical skills
- Understands the importance of confidentiality
Desirable
- Previous experience in a health care environment
- Awareness of Health and Safety in the workplace
- Keyboard skills
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.
