A rare and exciting opportunity has opened up on the Dermatology department at Clifton hospital for a full time healthcare assistant.
The ideal candidate will be a dynamic and competent individual who is able to show initiative and work proactively.
The department is very diverse with a wide variety of clinics and therefore requires the ability to learn quickly within a fast paced environment.
The treatments we apply to patients require staff to be able to use moving and handling techniques capably and can require substantial physical exertion.
This is a fantastic unit to work on and we look forward to making the ideal candidate part of our team.
JOB SUMMARY:
1. To provide specialised care for patients on the dermatology/rheumatology unit under the direct or remote supervision of registered practitioners.
2. To work in the busy dermatology/rheumatology daycase unit and autonomously, running various dermatology and rheumatology outpatient clinics.
3. To use personal efficiency and knowledge to contribute to the development and delivery of a quality service.To be self-motivated and use initiative when necessary.
4. To undertake the hospital’s in house training for HCA’s, and maintain an agreed level of competence.
5. To ensure a high standard of care for all patients by effective communication with patients, carers and the wider health care team.
6. To work proactively as a member of the multi-disciplinary and multi professional health care team, with support of registered practitioners.
7. To be flexible as the post holder may work in different clinical areas across the trust.
8. Undertake a range of procedures relevant to clinical sphere of responsibility. These include venepuncture, wound care management, bandaging, undertaking idrionics treatment and the removal of patch tests.
BTH are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported. We recognise that our greatest asset is our people, and we strive to attract and retain professionals who embody our core values. To address previous challenges and promote a culture of excellence, we are seeking individuals who align with our renewed commitment to our trust values.
Greeting patients and answering the phone.
To chaperone in Doctors and CNS clinics, completing paperwork for fast track clinics and understanding clinic outcomes.
To work on the day case unit - This includes applying topical treatments, wound care, leg dressing and bandaging.
To remove patch tests competently.
Idrionics
Completing biopsy pack paperwork for theatre.
Completing skin assessment tools for patients in clinic.
Performing venepuncture on a daily basis within clinics.
Printing bloodcards
Assisting in rheumatology consultant clinics
Stocking all consulting rooms with required paperwork
This advert closes on Tuesday 7 Jan 2025
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