Job summary
Are you passionate about providing exceptional healthcare assistance to meet the diverse needs of our community? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where initiative and teamwork are valued? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
Join Our Team at Communitas Clinics! Communitas Clinics are providers of Intermediate Healthcare services, currently in Dermatology and ENT for the NHS. We are looking for a part time Health Care Assistant to work 20 hours per week with us in our NEL locations.
If you're ready to make a difference and support the delivery of exceptional clinical services, apply now to join our dynamic team!
Main duties of the job
Efficiently manage patient data entry and preparation of clinic rooms
Support clinicians during minor operation procedures and assist in sample preparation for histology
Maintain clinic rooms with adequate stock levels and ensure cleanliness
Act as a chaperone and assist patients with queries and lift usage
Attend training sessions to stay updated and enhance your skills
About us
Why Join Us?
Professional Growth:Access training programs to further develop your skills and expertise
Supportive Environment:Work alongside dedicated professionals who value teamwork and collaboration
Meaningful Impact:Make a difference in the lives of our patients by providing compassionate and high-quality care
Commitment to Safety:We prioritize the health, safety, and well-being of our staff and patients
What We Offer:
Competitive salary of £12.10 per hour
Company sick pay and access to retail discounts through the Blue Light card
Increasing holidays with length of service
Dedicated learning and development support
Access to one-to-one confidential counselling sessions through the NHS Employee Assistance Programme
Job description
Job responsibilities
For an extensive list of duties in addition to the main responsibilities listed above, and for further details concerning the requirements of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For an extensive list of duties in addition to the main responsibilities listed above, and for further details concerning the requirements of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Ability to communicate at a level relevant to the anticipated area of work
- Basic I.T Skills
- Ability to work independently, following spoken/written instruction
- Awareness of own limitations and strengths
- Flexible attitude and approach to work
- Ability to multi task and work as part of a team with the willingness to adapt to change and service needs
- Willingness to learn and undertake basic nursing and Social tasks as per job description
- Reliable and trustworthy
Experience
Essential
- An understanding of the role of the Health Care Assistant; Willing to develop clinical skills and competency relevant to the role
- Experience of working with or caring for people
Desirable
- Experience of working in a clinical setting Experience of working within a HCA role
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of educational literacy and numeracy
Desirable
- QCF qualification at level 2 or 3 (e.g. in Healthcare Support Services or Clinical Healthcare Support)
- Completion of HCA course
Person Specification
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Ability to communicate at a level relevant to the anticipated area of work
- Basic I.T Skills
- Ability to work independently, following spoken/written instruction
- Awareness of own limitations and strengths
- Flexible attitude and approach to work
- Ability to multi task and work as part of a team with the willingness to adapt to change and service needs
- Willingness to learn and undertake basic nursing and Social tasks as per job description
- Reliable and trustworthy
Experience
Essential
- An understanding of the role of the Health Care Assistant; Willing to develop clinical skills and competency relevant to the role
- Experience of working with or caring for people
Desirable
- Experience of working in a clinical setting Experience of working within a HCA role
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of educational literacy and numeracy
Desirable
- QCF qualification at level 2 or 3 (e.g. in Healthcare Support Services or Clinical Healthcare Support)
- Completion of HCA course
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.
