MIU Health Care Assistant - Part-Time with Wound Care

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust; Ely; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Ely is looking for a Part-time Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join their Minor Injury Team, providing care for patients with minor injuries. The ideal candidate should have experience in a healthcare setting and be willing to undertake further training. Responsibilities include supporting practitioners, wound care, and managing patient bookings. This role requires good communication skills and the ability to maintain clinical standards. Work will occur at multiple MIUs including Doddington and Wisbech, with shifts from 08:00 to 18:30.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a HCA within a MIU, A&E or urgent care setting.
• Ability to undertake further skills training.
• Good communication and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Support practitioners in assessing and treating MIU patients.
• Wound care and applying splints.
• Maintain cleanliness of clinical equipment.
• Book appointments and register patients.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Motivation

Basic nursing care

Wound care

ECG observations

Communication skills

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Job description

A healthcare organization in Ely is looking for a Part-time Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join their Minor Injury Team, providing care for patients with minor injuries. The ideal candidate should have experience in a healthcare setting and be willing to undertake further training. Responsibilities include supporting practitioners, wound care, and managing patient bookings. This role requires good communication skills and the ability to maintain clinical standards. Work will occur at multiple MIUs including Doddington and Wisbech, with shifts from 08:00 to 18:30.