THIS POST IS FIXED TERM FOR 2 YEARS DUE TO FUNDING.
Dermatology is based on 2 sites, Singleton and Neath Port Talbot. The post holder will work within a busy outpatient setting predominantly based in Singleton but may be required to cross cover in Neath Port Talbot dermatology unit.
The Health Care Support Worker’s role within dermatology includes clinic maintenance, facilitating the smooth running of clinics, acting as a chaperon for doctors and clinicians, accurately recording patients' observations, and reporting results to the requesting clinician.
The post holder will assist patients with mobility needs while maintaining their privacy and dignity.
Responsibilities include answering the phone, taking messages, and escalating to the appropriate person.
The post holder may assist with minor procedures, acting as the clinician's assistant, such as opening sterile packs.
Under direct supervision, the post holder may assist with the application of topical emollients and remove dressings prior to assessment.
Main Duties of the Job
The successful applicant will participate in patient care by assisting clinicians in Dermatology clinics and day case procedure rooms. Duties include ensuring patient comfort, alleviating patient anxiety, undertaking patient observations, assessment and investigations, communicating with patients and their relatives, assisting surgeons in procedure rooms, and performing administrative tasks. We strive to help staff learn and develop their knowledge and skills, enabling individuals to feel confident in their role and achieve job satisfaction. We work in a friendly team-oriented environment and maintain good working relationships with multidisciplinary team members. Working hours will be 30 hours per week, in line with service needs between 8 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday. We currently do not work bank holidays or night duty, and days off are allocated on a flexible basis. Previous experience is not essential as training will be provided; however, an interest in skin and skin conditions is essential.
About Us
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Job Responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.
Person Specification
Experience
* Experience in healthcare
* Dermatology experience
Qualifications
* NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) will be necessary to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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