Healthcare Assistant - Dermatology Outpatients inOrmskirk inOrmskirk PUBLISHED
THU 9 JAN 2025
Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust rADlrhed
Opportunity to work in a highly specialized field of dermatology, enhancing professional skills and knowledge.
Part-time role offering a balanced work-life schedule with 22.5 hours per week.
Supportive and friendly team environment, facilitating a smooth transition for new staff members.
Involvement in a wide range of patient care activities, allowing for comprehensive experience in different clinical tasks.
Access to ongoing training and development opportunities, promoting career growth and professional advancement.
Contribution to delivering top-rated patient care within a healthcare organisation recognized for its outstanding quality by CQC.
The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a part-time Healthcare Assistant for the Dermatology Outpatient Department in Ormskirk. This fixed-term position, requiring 22.5 hours per week for 18 months, is ideal for enthusiastic candidates eager to contribute to a busy team delivering high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include assisting with minor procedures, managing patient equipment, maintaining supplies, and supporting a multi-disciplinary team. Candidates must communicate effectively, demonstrate compassionate care, and adhere to Trust policies and protocols. Training and development opportunities are provided to help new team members acclimatize and enhance their skills within this specialized area.
The role demands excellent organisational and communication skills, as well as the ability to work closely with both patients and healthcare professionals. Tasks include observing and addressing patient needs, aiding personal care routines, and participating in team handovers. The successful candidates will demonstrate their duties to new starters, promote a safe working environment, and maintain patient confidentiality. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this position.
The role demands excellent organisational and communication skills, as well as the ability to work closely with both patients and healthcare professionals. Tasks include observing and addressing patient needs, aiding personal care routines, and participating in team handovers. The successful candidates will demonstrate their duties to new starters, promote a safe working environment, and maintain patient confidentiality. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this position.
A Vacancy at Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Part Time 22.5 hours per week. Fixed Term for 18 months
Our Dermatology Outpatient Department are seeking to recruit a band 2 Healthcare Assistant. The successful candidates will be enthusiastic and dedicated and will work well in a busy team.
They will participate in delivering safe, excellent patient care, displaying a caring and compassionate nature and will be motivated to learn and develop within in this speciality. Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential as they will be required to work with our multi-disciplinary team to support the in the smooth running of clinics and minor procedures on a day-to-day basis
In return we will invest in their development, offering the opportunity to learn about this highly specialised area of care, assisting in our Minor Operations theatre and in daily clinics. Development is encouraged and this is a friendly and welcoming team, who will help to make the transition to this new post a smooth one.
Please note, this vacancy may close early should a sufficient amount of applications be received.
An Enhanced DBS with barred lists for both Adults & Children is required for the post.
Work as part of a team and duties will be delegated by the registered healthcare professional
Act within the scope of your training and competence, knowing who to ask for help and support if you are not sure.
Work within agreed ways of working, following relevant Trust standards, policies and protocols.
Safely deliver care duties including manoeuvring of patient equipment (such as hoists and wheelchairs).
Ensure patient property is managed as per Trust policy.
Monitor levels of supplies and order supplies for the department as appropriate.
Demonstrates own duties to new starters, contributing to the learning environment.
Contributes to maintaining a safe, healthy working environment.
Follow the principles for implementing a duty of care, always acting in the best interest of individuals to ensure they do not come to harm.
Participate in team handovers
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 9000 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.
Our Services
Acute Care
Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary Care
Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community Services
Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation, freeing up space for more unwell patients. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional Services
We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements
Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2
Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
KEY DUTIES
Work as part of a team and duties will be delegated by the registered healthcare professiona
Act within the scope of your training and competence, knowing who to ask for help and support if you are not sure
Work within agreed ways of working, following relevant Trust standards, policies and protocols
Safely deliver care duties including manoeuvring of patient equipment (such as hoists and wheelchairs)
Ensure patient property is managed as per Trust policy
Monitor levels of supplies and order supplies for the department as appropriate
Demonstrates own duties to new starters, contributing to the learning environment
Contributes to maintaining a safe, healthy working environment
Follow the principles for implementing a duty of care, always acting in the best interest of individuals to ensure they do not come to harm
Participate in team handover
Clinical & Professional Responsibilities
Communicate compassionately and effectively with individuals and their families, carers and health care practitioners using a range of techniques, maintaining confidentiality and using tact, empathy, persuasion and reassurance
Observe, assess and respond to personal care patients needs appropriately, escalating concerns to nursing staff, as required
Organises self in general work tasks or when delivering patient care with supervision where needed from Senior Health Care Assistant and/or nursing staff
As directed, undertake personal care duties and support activities of daily living, e.g. mouth care, personal hygiene, and toileting needs, demonstrating person centred care
Under supervision of a registered healthcare practitioner, undertake delegated procedures within the limits of required training and measured competence, where appropriate. For example, patient moving and handling, and providing personal care
Support of patients feeding, diet and nutritional needs and accurately record patients nutritional intake and fluid intake and output, noticing and reporting changes to the nursing staff
Work in partnership with the individual, their carers/ families and the wider healthcare team
Maintain and further develop your own skills and knowledge through development and learning activities; maintain evidence of your personal development and actively prepare for and participate in appraisal.
Teaching & Training Responsibilities
Maintain and further develop your own skills and knowledge through development and learning activities; maintain evidence of your personal development and actively prepare for and participate in appraisal
This advert closes on Thursday 19 Dec 2024
Part Time 22.5 hours per week. Fixed Term for 18 months
Our Dermatology Outpatient Department are seeking to recruit a band 2 Healthcare Assistant. The successful candidates will be enthusiastic and dedicated and will work well in a busy team.
They will participate in delivering safe, excellent patient care, displaying a caring and compassionate nature and will be motivated to learn and develop within in this speciality. Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential as they will be required to work with our multi-disciplinary team to support the in the smooth running of clinics and minor procedures on a day-to-day basis
In return we will invest in their development, offering the opportunity to learn about this highly specialised area of care, assisting in our Minor Operations theatre and in daily clinics. Development is encouraged and this is a friendly and welcoming team, who will help to make the transition to this new post a smooth one.
Please note, this vacancy may close early should a sufficient amount of applications be received.
An Enhanced DBS with barred lists for both Adults & Children is required for the post.
Work as part of a team and duties will be delegated by the registered healthcare professional
Act within the scope of your training and competence, knowing who to ask for help and support if you are not sure.
Work within agreed ways of working, following relevant Trust standards, policies and protocols.
Safely deliver care duties including manoeuvring of patient equipment (such as hoists and wheelchairs).
Ensure patient property is managed as per Trust policy.
Monitor levels of supplies and order supplies for the department as appropriate.
Demonstrates own duties to new starters, contributing to the learning environment.
Contributes to maintaining a safe, healthy working environment.
Follow the principles for implementing a duty of care, always acting in the best interest of individuals to ensure they do not come to harm.
Participate in team handovers
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 9000 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.
Our Services
Acute Care
Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary Care
Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community Services
Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation, freeing up space for more unwell patients. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional Services
We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements
Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2
Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
KEY DUTIES
Work as part of a team and duties will be delegated by the registered healthcare professiona
Act within the scope of your training and competence, knowing who to ask for help and support if you are not sure
Work within agreed ways of working, following relevant Trust standards, policies and protocols
Safely deliver care duties including manoeuvring of patient equipment (such as hoists and wheelchairs)
Ensure patient property is managed as per Trust policy
Monitor levels of supplies and order supplies for the department as appropriate
Demonstrates own duties to new starters, contributing to the learning environment
Contributes to maintaining a safe, healthy working environment
Follow the principles for implementing a duty of care, always acting in the best interest of individuals to ensure they do not come to harm
Participate in team handover
Clinical & Professional Responsibilities
Communicate compassionately and effectively with individuals and their families, carers and health care practitioners using a range of techniques, maintaining confidentiality and using tact, empathy, persuasion and reassurance
Observe, assess and respond to personal care patients needs appropriately, escalating concerns to nursing staff, as required
Organises self in general work tasks or when delivering patient care with supervision where needed from Senior Health Care Assistant and/or nursing staff
As directed, undertake personal care duties and support activities of daily living, e.g. mouth care, personal hygiene, and toileting needs, demonstrating person centred care
Under supervision of a registered healthcare practitioner, undertake delegated procedures within the limits of required training and measured competence, where appropriate. For example, patient moving and handling, and providing personal care
Support of patients feeding, diet and nutritional needs and accurately record patients nutritional intake and fluid intake and output, noticing and reporting changes to the nursing staff
Work in partnership with the individual, their carers/ families and the wider healthcare team
Maintain and further develop your own skills and knowledge through development and learning activities; maintain evidence of your personal development and actively prepare for and participate in appraisal.
Teaching & Training Responsibilities
Maintain and further develop your own skills and knowledge through development and learning activities; maintain evidence of your personal development and actively prepare for and participate in appraisal
This advert closes on Thursday 19 Dec 2024
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To work as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you need a combination of practical skills, personal qualities, and a basic understanding of healthcare principles. While specific requirements might vary depending on the employer or the care setting, here are the key skills and attributes typically required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills:
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Good listening skills to understand patients' needs and concerns.
2. Empathy and Compassion:
- Understanding and sensitivity to the feelings of patients.
- Ability to provide emotional support and reassurance.
3. Basic Clinical Skills:
- Understanding of basic health and hygiene standards.
- Ability to assist with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, feeding, etc.).
- Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse) can also be necessary.
4. Teamwork:
- Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.
- Being a supportive team player.
5. Time Management:
- Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Managing time effectively to ensure all patients receive appropriate care.
6. Attention to Detail:
- Being meticulous in following care plans and documenting changes in patients’ conditions.
- Paying close attention to patient safety.
7. Problem Solving Skills:
- Ability to respond to a variety of situations and challenges quickly and effectively.
- Competence in recognizing changes in a patient's condition and taking appropriate action.
8. Physical Stamina:
- Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting and moving patients.
- Maintaining energy and stamina for long shifts.
Personal Qualities:
- Patience: Working in healthcare can be challenging; patience is crucial when dealing with patients who may be distressed or unwell.
- Reliability: Being dependable and trustworthy is essential for providing good patient care.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to handle varying work environments and situations.
- Respectfulness: Maintaining dignity for patients and treating them respectfully.
Training and Qualifications:
While formal qualifications may not always be required, having a relevant qualification, such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, can be beneficial. Some employers provide on-the-job training, and courses in first aid, safeguarding, or infection control may also be useful.
Experience:
Any previous experience in healthcare, customer service, or caring environments can greatly enhance your application. Volunteering in hospitals, care homes, or community services can provide valuable experience and skills.
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