Healthcare Assistant

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for a Healthcare Assistant to join our Health & Wellbeing Service in community clinics. You will perform phlebotomy, record ECGs and monitor physical health under supervision, while delivering safe, person-centred care.

The post includes an opportunity to undertake a Level 3 apprenticeship, with regular college training and about 20% of hours devoted to study.

Responsibilities

• Undertake venepuncture (phlebotomy) clinics following Trust policies.
• Perform and accurately record 12-lead ECGs.
• Record routine physical health observations.
• Support physical health assessments and screening programmes.
• Welcome, prepare and support patients attending Health & Wellbeing clinics.
• Ensure specimens are labelled, documented and transported.
• Maintain accurate electronic patient records using Trust systems.
• Monitor and replenish clinic stock and consumables.
• Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control.
• Escalate concerns about patient health, safety or wellbeing.
• Support individuals with mental health difficulties with dignity and respect.
• Develop positive therapeutic relationships with service users and families.
• Recognise signs of mental health distress and escalate appropriately.
• Support engagement with treatment plans and wellbeing interventions.
• Contribute to risk assessments by reporting observations.
• Promote social inclusion, independence and self-management.
• Support service users with anxiety, depression or emotional distress at clinics.
• Demonstrate understanding of stigma and its impact on health outcomes.

Job description

A Vacancy at Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Healthcare Assistant to join our Health & Wellbeing Service. This is an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of high-quality physical health care within community-based clinics, helping people to improve their health and wellbeing outcomes. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide a range of clinical interventions including phlebotomy, ECG recording and physical health monitoring under the supervision of registered practitioners. This role would suit someone who is skilled in clinical interventions, enjoys patient-facing work, has strong communication skills and is committed to delivering safe, person-centred care. subject, RDaSH are offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 3 apprenticeship qualification [relevant to your role]. As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work-related skills and obtain all the tools needed to thrive. An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification. Whether you already work for us or are joining the Trust and NHS for the first time, apprenticeships can help you to develop the skills, knowledge and know-how in order to embark on a successful and fulfilling career within the health service.

• Undertake venepuncture (phlebotomy) clinics following Trust policies and procedures.
• Perform and accurately record 12-lead ECGs.
• Complete and record routine physical health observations.
• Support physical health assessments and health screening programmes.
• Welcome, prepare and support patients attending Health & Wellbeing clinics.
• Ensure specimens are appropriately labelled, documented and transported.
• Maintain accurate electronic patient records using Trust information systems.
• Monitor and replenish clinic stock and consumables.
• Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control.
• Escalate any concerns relating to patient health, safety or wellbeing in line with Trust procedures.
• Support individuals experiencing mental health difficulties with dignity, compassion and respect.
• Develop positive therapeutic relationships with service users, carers and families.
• Recognise signs of mental health distress, relapse or deterioration and elevate concerns appropriately.
• Support individuals to engage with treatment plans, physical health monitoring and wellbeing interventions.
• Contribute to risk assessment processes by reporting observations to registered staff.
• Promote social inclusion, independence and self-management where appropriate.
• Support service users who may experience anxiety, depression, severe mental illness or emotional distress when attending clinics.
• Demonstrate an understanding of stigma and the impact of mental illness on physical health outcomes.

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected. We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services. We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues. We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028