HMP Chelmsford - Healthcare Assistant

HCRG Care Group; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join their team at HMP Chelmsford. This rewarding role involves providing high-quality patient care, supporting patients during clinics, and working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have a resilient attitude and a passion for care, thriving in a dynamic environment. With shifts between 7am and 7pm, this part-time position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals in a challenging setting. If you are looking for a fulfilling role where your contributions truly matter, this is the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Resilient attitude and passion for high-quality care.
• Comfortable with IT systems and able to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care under guidance of qualified staff.
• Manage medicines and maintain client privacy and dignity.
• Collaborate with professionals involved in client care.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

IT Systems

Team Collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Introduction

As a Healthcare Assistant based at HMP Chelmsford, your days will be rewarding and varied. Your responsibilities will include providing high-quality patient care under the guidance of qualified nurses and therapists, setting up and preparing for clinics, and supporting patients attending clinics.

Shifts are between 7am and 7pm. This role is for 20 hours.

About our prisons service:

We operate round-the-clock, nurse-led healthcare including prisoner screening on arrival, primary care such as minor surgery, in-patient units, and prescribing. We coordinate a wide range of service providers, including GP practices, to ensure seamless care.

The safety of our team and the people we care for, especially the most vulnerable, is our priority. We work closely with prison management and maximize wing-based care to reduce risks associated with prisoner movement, improve waiting times, and decrease missed appointments.

Our motivated teams believe that prisoners should receive healthcare at the same level as in the community. Improving their health reduces reoffending.

Main Responsibilities

1. Work as part of the multidisciplinary team participating in procedures and duties according to standards.
2. Assess care needs and implement holistic care programs.
3. Follow policies, including dispensing prescribed medication under supervision.
4. Manage medicines, including administration, ordering, storage, and transportation, after appropriate training.
5. Ensure privacy and dignity of clients.
6. Promote health and wellbeing.
7. Undertake clinical interventions delegated by senior team members.
8. Maintain records according to procedures.
9. Assist with administrative duties.
10. Collaborate with other professionals involved in client care.

The Ideal Candidate

You will have a resilient, 'can-do' attitude, passion for high-quality care, and enjoy a role with variety. Previous care experience is not essential. Night shifts may be available depending on service needs. You should be comfortable with IT systems and Microsoft Office.