Clinical Support Worker

Ogden Macmillan Centre.harrogate And District Nhs Foundation Trust; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Harrogate is seeking a motivated individual for Same Day Emergency Care to provide rapid assessments and treatments. The role includes supporting the team with patient care, maintaining a safe environment, and assisting in clerical duties. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced setting and embody values of kindness, integrity, teamwork, and equality. Opportunities for recognition and employee support are available, making it a rewarding career in the NHS.

Benefits

Supportive culture

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff Recognition Awards

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in a fast-paced medical environment.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the MDT in rapid patient assessment and treatment.
• Assist clerical staff.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.

Skills

Motivated

Dynamic

Teamwork

Job description

Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) is the provision of same day care for patients who would otherwise be admitted to hospital. The SDEC team provides rapid assessment of medical patients. We aim to triage referrals, provide early diagnostics and implement treatment plans for patients referred from local GP practices, specialist nurses and the Emergency Department. We liaise with district nurses, social services and other support agencies where necessary.

SDEC aims to assess and treat medical conditions. These conditions include, but are not limited to chest pain and cardiac arrhythmia, heart failure, suspected or proven Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) - (pulmonary embolism (PE) and Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and acute headaches.

The unit is fast paced and requires a motivated, dynamic individual who is able to work independently and well within a team., Providing and maintaining excellent patient care, support and safety.

• Supporting the MDT in rapid patient assessment, treatment and discharge.
• Supporting clerical staff.
• Maintaining a clean and safe environment.

At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!

Benefits

• A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
• Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
• Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.

Application Notes

• Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications.
• Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.
• Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
• All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.