Job summary
Hours: 37.5
Location: Required to work from different locations within Heywood,
Middleton & Rochdale (Must have a valid driving licence and access to own vehicle)
Duration: Up to 9 months Maternity Leave cover
Gynaecology Assistant: The
post holder will be a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who will
provide an excellent and efficient care to all patients and gynaecology service
users. The post holder will be competent in working in a fast-paced and
ever-changing environment, is dedicated to delivering an excellent patient
experience and interacts well with clinicians/professionals.
Phlebotomist: Responsible for
performing venepuncture to obtain blood samples from housebound patients onlyas the result of a direct
referral from a GP or Nurse Practitioner.
There will be an expectation
for flexibility in order to meet the needs of the organisation and its
services; you may be required from time to time to work outside of your normal
area of work/shift time.
Main duties of the job
Essential Requirements:
- Venepuncture qualification with competencies
- Driving Licence
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work as part of a team
- Polite and pleasant with an appropriate professional demeanour and be able to cope with stressful and sensitive situations
- An awareness of the importance of confidentiality and have a flexible approach to working arrangements
About us
GP Care
Services is a forward thinking, passionate and innovative local organisation
based in Rochdale delivering high quality Health, Social and Community Care. An
exciting opportunity has arisen to
work in our Community Gynaecology Service and Domiciliary Phlebotomy Service
based in Heywood, Middleton and Rochdale.
Whats
in it for me?
- We will train and support you
- You will have a chance to work with and learn
from professionals in the field
- We encourage career progression
- We will pay mileage
- You will have access to a good pension scheme
- You will have access to occupational sick pay
after your 6 month probation
- 40% discount at The Woodlands cafe based on site
- Free parking
Job description
Job responsibilities
Gynaecology Assistant - Main duties and responsibilities of the post:
- Assistance with overall day to day operation of the clinical & treatment rooms in multiple buildings ensuring overall care and safety to the patient, visitors and staff
- Support the Gynaecology Clinicians to deliver high quality patient centered care
- To understand and follow the Clinic policies and procedures
- Acknowledge limitations and seek advice / support when necessary
- Assist staff to complete related duties as directed by and under supervision of the Gynaecology Clinicians
- To work as part of the multidisciplinary team
- Prepare for and assist with the smooth running of the clinic ensuring a high standard of patient care
- Perform basic patient assessments were appropriate
- Perform blood tests were appropriate
- Assist Gynaecology Clinicians with clinic lists, including consultations, ultrasound scans, and other interventions
- Ensure customer satisfaction surveys are issued and encourage completion
Phlebotomist Main duties and responsibilities of the post:
- Ensuring that the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible and confirming their agreement (or carer/guardian) to the collection of a blood sample
- Collection of sample(s) of blood in accordance with training and procedures
- Ensuring samples are stored in appropriate coloured containers
- Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity
- Checking patient identification against GP/Nurse request and confirming with patient or carer/guardian whenever possible
- Recording collection of blood sample on the patients referral form in accordance with GP Care Services procedure
- Ensuring that samples are dropped off at the appropriate GP Practice or Rochdale Infirmary in a timely fashion
- Reporting any anomalies to the Operations Manager promptly
- Notifying the administration team of any significant patient issues
- Liaising with and assisting members of the administrative team
Standard Maintenance
- In participation with the Service Administrator, ensure the maintenance of equipment and stock levels are up to date
- Transport stock to each location ensuring stock levels are sufficient for each clinic
- Report any clinical or environmental issues of concern and take action to rectify these where appropriate
- Ensure a working knowledge and compliance with Organisational Policies and Procedures
- Check and record fridge temperatures to maintain the cold chain were appropriate
- Check and re-stock treatment rooms regularly
- Understand the importance and adhere to infection control issues
- Keep clinical areas clean and free from clutter.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Gynaecology Assistant - Main duties and responsibilities of the post:
- Assistance with overall day to day operation of the clinical & treatment rooms in multiple buildings ensuring overall care and safety to the patient, visitors and staff
- Support the Gynaecology Clinicians to deliver high quality patient centered care
- To understand and follow the Clinic policies and procedures
- Acknowledge limitations and seek advice / support when necessary
- Assist staff to complete related duties as directed by and under supervision of the Gynaecology Clinicians
- To work as part of the multidisciplinary team
- Prepare for and assist with the smooth running of the clinic ensuring a high standard of patient care
- Perform basic patient assessments were appropriate
- Perform blood tests were appropriate
- Assist Gynaecology Clinicians with clinic lists, including consultations, ultrasound scans, and other interventions
- Ensure customer satisfaction surveys are issued and encourage completion
Phlebotomist Main duties and responsibilities of the post:
- Ensuring that the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible and confirming their agreement (or carer/guardian) to the collection of a blood sample
- Collection of sample(s) of blood in accordance with training and procedures
- Ensuring samples are stored in appropriate coloured containers
- Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity
- Checking patient identification against GP/Nurse request and confirming with patient or carer/guardian whenever possible
- Recording collection of blood sample on the patients referral form in accordance with GP Care Services procedure
- Ensuring that samples are dropped off at the appropriate GP Practice or Rochdale Infirmary in a timely fashion
- Reporting any anomalies to the Operations Manager promptly
- Notifying the administration team of any significant patient issues
- Liaising with and assisting members of the administrative team
Standard Maintenance
- In participation with the Service Administrator, ensure the maintenance of equipment and stock levels are up to date
- Transport stock to each location ensuring stock levels are sufficient for each clinic
- Report any clinical or environmental issues of concern and take action to rectify these where appropriate
- Ensure a working knowledge and compliance with Organisational Policies and Procedures
- Check and record fridge temperatures to maintain the cold chain were appropriate
- Check and re-stock treatment rooms regularly
- Understand the importance and adhere to infection control issues
- Keep clinical areas clean and free from clutter.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Venepuncture qualification with competencies
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work as part of a team
- Polite and pleasant with an appropriate professional demeanour and be able to cope with stressful and sensitive situations
- An awareness of the importance of confidentiality and have a flexible approach to working arrangements
Desirable
- NVQ Level 3 qualification in Care or equivalent
- Experience working as a Gynaecology Assistant
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Venepuncture qualification with competencies
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work as part of a team
- Polite and pleasant with an appropriate professional demeanour and be able to cope with stressful and sensitive situations
- An awareness of the importance of confidentiality and have a flexible approach to working arrangements
Desirable
- NVQ Level 3 qualification in Care or equivalent
- Experience working as a Gynaecology Assistant
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.
