Job summary We are expanding our team of Clinical Healthcare Support Workers band 3 at Frome Medical Practice and we're inviting caring, supportive people to take a look at this exciting opportunity to join us. We are looking for people who love helping others and can come to work with a positive attitude and a friendly smile. If that sounds like you, as a Clinical Healthcare Support Worker you will leave at the end of each shift feeling proud of the work you have done to support patients to feel their best. Our Clinical Health Care Support Workers are integral to our nursing teams. It takes flexibility, commitment and compassion, but in return we can offer you a rewarding career where you can really make a difference. Previous healthcare experience is of benefit, however not essential. We provide all the training you need before you start working in Frome Medical practice. Main duties of the job As a Clinical Healthcare Support Worker you will be a core member of the team delivering personal care, both clinical and non-clinical, to patients. You'll also be key in supporting patients with their own self-care and independence. You'll work under the guidance of a healthcare professional such as a nurse. Your daily duties will be varied to include: Contribute to patient assessments such as blood pressure monitoring, oxygen saturation levels, body temperature, ECGs, venepuncture and cannulation Recording your actions accurately in patient notes. Use of electronic equipment such as computer on wheels, IPR. Taking bloods The skills we are looking for: You need to be able to understand and communicate both verbally and in writing in English You don't need any formal qualifications in maths but you will need to have numerical and analytic skills to do patient observations, and totaling of fluid balance. You will need to have a customer focused approach which is essential to providing patients with the best possible experience You will need to be able to use IT systems and databases You will have the skill to focus on the details with the ability to spot problems. You will know when you are able to correct or when to escalate. About us At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on. We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country. We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger. A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research. Date posted 30 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 427-6730978 Job locations Frome Medical Practice Enos Way Frome BA11 2FH Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role. Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role. Person Specification Paper/Evidence Essential Able to demonstrate literacy and numeracy skills at interview assessment. Desirable Completed Care Certificate or equivalent Previous experience as a healthcare assistant in a hospital setting or equivalent IT training/qualification Application Form Essential Motivated to make a difference in whatever way they can Takes pride in themselves, their appearance, their role and where they work. Desirable Values and respects others, treats everyone as an individual, is non-judgemental Motivated to be genuinely kind and caring Helps and co-operates with colleagues Pro-active and takes responsibility Person Specification Paper/Evidence Essential Able to demonstrate literacy and numeracy skills at interview assessment. Desirable Completed Care Certificate or equivalent Previous experience as a healthcare assistant in a hospital setting or equivalent IT training/qualification Application Form Essential Motivated to make a difference in whatever way they can Takes pride in themselves, their appearance, their role and where they work. Desirable Values and respects others, treats everyone as an individual, is non-judgemental Motivated to be genuinely kind and caring Helps and co-operates with colleagues Pro-active and takes responsibility 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust Address Frome Medical Practice Enos Way Frome BA11 2FH Employer's website https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)