Health Care Assistant London, England
Job description
Location: Harley Street & London Bridge
About the company:
London Egg Bank - the first and largest dedicated egg bank in the UK, with a large database of frozen donated eggs, and the leading provider of IVF with donor eggs. With over 30 years’ experience, access to leading experts and state-of the-art laboratories, we provide industry-leading results.
We are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
About the role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated health care assistant to join our excellent team of nursing. We are looking for an individual with great attention to detail and excellent team player skills to join the team and support the clinical service it provides.
Job specification:
Under the direction of senior nursing staff and fertility consultants, you will develop skills with regards to the care of patients undergoing assisted reproductive techniques through compassionate, informed and evidence-based practice.
- Prepare for and assist with the smooth running of the clinic ensuring a high standard of nursing care
- Schedule and co-ordinate patient treatment cycles, liaising with doctors to arrange prescriptions and drug administration.
- To explain the individualised treatment schedule including the potential side effects of the drug treatment and demonstration of injection technique with the use of subcutaneous injection pen.
- Perform basic patient assessments
- Take blood samples
- Perform nurse’s pre-treatment consultations
- Teach patients how to self-administer relevant medications
- Monitor stock levels and order stock and non-stock items as required
- Assist with ultrasound scans
- Administer of drugs relevant to patient’s treatment, including IV infusions
- Dispense medications per prescriptions
- To ensure that all record keeping on the unit is accurate and legible and maintains patient confidentiality according to Trust and HFEA policy.
- Perform pre-operative assessments
- Patient contact both in person and on the telephone
- Complete patient and group paperwork on time and with accuracy
- Assisting in outpatient procedures such as Hycosy and aquascan
- Other duties as instructed by the line manager
Person specification:
The ideal candidate will be compassionate, hardworking, have willingness to learn and have a key focus on patient care. We’re looking for candidates who are passionate about providing a high level of care to their patients. Working as a close-knit team, we value candidates who demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills, empathy for others, as well as attention to detail.
Knowledge/Skills/Experience:
- Previous experience in Fertility Clinic or Outpatients department desired
- Phlebotomy 1 year
- Interest in Women’s Health
- Outstanding patient care
Qualifications:
- NVQ Level 2/3 HCA or equivalent
- Phlebotomy
Benefits:
- 24 Days Annual Leave plus public bank holidays (based on full time 40-hour week)
- Life Assurance
- Childcare vouchers
- Learning opportunities
- Pension Plan
- Perkbox (benefits and reward platform)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £28,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you have a Level 2 or 3 NVQ certificate
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Phlebotomy: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 22/09/2023
