Clinical Support Assistant – Medical Team

The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare trust in the UK is seeking a Doctors' Assistant to support junior doctors during maternity leave. This role includes performing clinical tasks such as venepuncture and ECG recording, alongside administrative duties. Candidates are expected to have NVQ Level 3 in a healthcare field and demonstrate clinical competency. A strong focus is placed on patient-centred care and working within a multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of service. Opportunities for career development are available.

Benefits

NHS pension plan

Generous holiday allowance

Employee health and wellbeing services

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare setting with understanding of infection control standards.
• Competence in a range of clinical skills related to the role.

Responsibilities

• Support junior doctors and contribute to clinical duties.
• Perform procedures like venepuncture and arterial blood gases.
• Participate in ward rounds and discharge planning.

Skills

Clinical skills competence

Phlebotomy

Cannulation

ECG recording

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare related field

Band 2 experience or equivalent

Job description

A healthcare trust in the UK is seeking a Doctors' Assistant to support junior doctors during maternity leave. This role includes performing clinical tasks such as venepuncture and ECG recording, alongside administrative duties. Candidates are expected to have NVQ Level 3 in a healthcare field and demonstrate clinical competency. A strong focus is placed on patient-centred care and working within a multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of service. Opportunities for career development are available.