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Digitaltidewave; Orsett; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Health Care Assistant at a leading healthcare provider in Orsett. You will support the anticoagulation service, perform blood tests, and manage clinic operations. Ideal for motivated individuals with strong communication skills. Apply today to join a dedicated team focused on delivering high-quality health services.

Qualifications

• Good general education including GCSEs in Maths and English.
• Previous healthcare experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform point-of-care testing for anticoagulation monitoring.
• Manage stock control of consumables within the department.
• Assist reception staff with administrative duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Health and NVQ3 Care Certificate

Tools

Phlebotomy Training

Job description

Job role: Health Care Assistant

Company’s name: NHS Jobs

Job location: Orsett

Salary: £24,169 to £25,674 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Job sector: Health Care

Job reference: 390-CSS-BA-9400-D

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About the Job: Health Care Assistant needed in NHS Jobs

An exciting opportunity has arisen within clinical haematology at Mid and South Essex NHS TRUST for a healthcare assistant (HCA) supporting the delivery of the anticoagulation service.

This HCA role would suit an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Your responsibilities will include assisting with the daily operations of the Anticoagulation and DVT clinic, performing blood tests using point-of-care analyzers, supporting patients within the clinic, and administrative duties as required.

If this sounds like the right role for you – please apply today.

Main duties of the job

• Perform point-of-care testing for anticoagulation monitoring and DVT assessments.
• Phlebotomy of patients requiring blood tests for the service.
• Manage stock control of consumables within the department.
• Assist reception staff with administrative duties.
• Chaperone patients during scanning procedures when required.

About us

With approximately 15,000 staff, we are committed to delivering high-quality health services to our communities.

Our goal is to provide excellent local and specialist services, improve patient health and wellbeing, and foster a vibrant environment for staff development, innovation, and career growth.

We aim to enhance patient care, reduce delays and cancellations, and offer region-wide specialist care. Our expanding trust provides more opportunities for research, networking, and professional development.

We are dedicated to utilizing our skills and experiences to achieve excellence and attract and retain top talent across our organization.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of this opportunity, please see the attached job description.

We look forward to receiving your application today.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education, including GCSEs in Maths and English or equivalent

Desirable

• Health and NVQ3 Care Certificate
• Phlebotomy Training

Experience

Essential

• Previous healthcare experience

Desirable

• Anticoagulation experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to identify any previous criminal convictions.