Health Care Assistant

NHS; Cockermouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare organization is seeking a Healthcare Assistant in Cockermouth. This role involves assisting the clinical team, conducting patient health checks, and performing various administrative tasks. Candidates should have prior healthcare experience and be enthusiastic about learning. Join a vibrant community surrounded by stunning scenery and great amenities in Cockermouth.

Qualifications

• Reflective and able to accept criticism constructively.
• Confident in problem-solving.
• Calm and patient manner.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient health checks.
• Perform ECG recording and lifestyle advice.
• Maintain and sterilize surgical equipment.

Skills

Good communicator and team player

Enthusiastic and motivated

Previous Health Care Experience

Knowledge of EMIS Web

Ability to prioritize and work under pressure

Willingness to learn and acquire new skills

Job description

Workingunder the supervision of the practice nurses and strictly in accordance withspecific practice guidelines and protocols, the healthcare assistant willassist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribedprogrammes of care. We are willing to consider both both full and part time applicants.

Main duties of the job

To work as part of the nursing team and report to the Lead Nurse. The susccessful candidate will undertake a wide range of patient facing and administrative work including new patient health checks, phelbotomy, blood pressure checks, and lifestyle advice.

About us

Castlegate and Derwent Surgery aims to work with our patients in a lifetime partnership to promote their health and wellbeing.

If you enjoy the outdoors and beautiful scenery then this opportunity could be tailor made for you! Imagine finishing you working day and being just a few minutes away from the fells, lakes and endless outdoor adventures.

With excellent schools, affordable housing, and a vibrant town full of independent shops, cosy pubs, and great restaurants, Cockermouth is an ideal place for professionals, families and anyone seeking a healthier lifestyle.

Job responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities include:

New patient health checks

ECG recording

Lifestyle advice

Blood Pressure

Diabetic Foot Checks

Spirometry once qualified

Processing and management of laboratory samplesrequested by GPs/nurses

Sterilising, cleansing and maintenance of surgicalequipment

Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring andrecording

Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking andstock rotation

Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms

Preparing and maintaining environments andequipment before, during and after patient care interventions includingassisting GPs during the performance of minor operations

Assisting in the assessment and surveillance ofpatients health and well-being

Assisting in vaccination clinics - once training complete

Undertaking specific clinical activities for namedpatients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to thatindividual

Helping to raise awareness of health andwell-being and how it can be promoted

Assisting with the collection and collation ofdata on needs related to health and well-being

Person Specification

Experience

• Ability to be reflective, accept criticism and act constructively
• Previous Health Care Experience
• Knowledge of EMIS Web

Personal Attributes

• Enthusiastic and motivated
• Good communicator and team player
• Willingness to learn and acquire new skills
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Willingness to learn and undertake further training
• Calm and patient manner
• Confident problem solving
• Reliability
• Ability to prioritise and work under pressure
• Willingness to accept additional responsibilities

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.