GI Physiology Apprentice: Healthcare Science Assistant

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Market Harborough; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in the United Kingdom is seeking an Apprentice Healthcare Science Assistant to join the GI Physiology Department. The role includes undertaking a Level 4 Diploma in Healthcare Science, with 37.5 hours per week and study leave for ~24 months.

You will work under supervision to prepare patients and equipment for GI investigations and contribute to patient care. The post involves assisting Clinical Scientists and Specialists, ensuring patient comfort and

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Mathematics at grade 4/C or above, or equivalent qualifications.
• Basic understanding of the importance of patient care, confidentiality and safety.
• Additional relevant qualifications in science or healthcare.
• Previous experience in a healthcare, laboratory or patient-facing environment.
• Awareness of the role of Healthcare Science within the NHS.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation of patients, clinical environments and specialist equipment for GI Physiology investigations.
• Supporting Clinical Scientists and Specialist Practitioners during diagnostic procedures, ensuring patient comfort, dignity and safety.
• Assisting with the cleaning, preparation, maintenance and quality control of specialist diagnostic equipment in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Supporting the accurate recording, handling and management of clinical data and patient information, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with information governance requirements.
• Communicating effectively with patients, carers and multidisciplinary colleagues, providing appropriate information and reassurance throughout the patient pathway.
• Contributing to departmental quality assurance, infection prevention and control, health and safety, and service improvement activities.
• Actively participating in the Level 4 Healthcare Science Apprenticeship programme, completing academic requirements, workplace assessments and competency-based training.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Motivated

Learning oriented

Team player

Education

GCSE English and Mathematics at grade 4/C or above

Basic understanding of patient care, confidentiality and safety

Job description

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in the United Kingdom is seeking an Apprentice Healthcare Science Assistant to join the GI Physiology Department. The role includes undertaking a Level 4 Diploma in Healthcare Science, with 37.5 hours per week and study leave for ~24 months.

You will work under supervision to prepare patients and equipment for GI investigations and contribute to patient care. The post involves assisting Clinical Scientists and Specialists, ensuring patient comfort and