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Band 2 HCA for Breast Clinic KGH

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 2 Health Care Assistant to join our dedicated breast outpatient service based in the Treatment Centre at Kettering General Hospital. We are a busy team committed to putting patient care first and are looking for a dedicated professional who shares our values and our passion for delivering quality care.

Our vacancy

We are looking for a Band 2 Healthcare Assistant to join our Breast Out-Patient Clinic Team to be involved in:

• Supporting the qualified nurses with the delivery of high quality, individualised, evidenced based care to all patients.
• Participating in clinical duties once trained and competent.
• Demonstrating a sensitive and diplomatic approach to patients in an emotional situation.
• Preparing equipment and rooms in preparation for a variety of clinics.
• Monitoring and replenishing documentation and clinical stock as needed.
• We seek someone to can work flexibly across the week according to the demands of the clinics. 16 hours worked across 2 or 3 days Monday to Friday within the hours of 8am - 6pm.

About You

For our Band 2 Healthcare Assistant position we require you to have:

• Previous experience as an HCA [desirable].
• An interest in working in an Outpatients department.
• You must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise caseload.
• Motivation to develop and extend professional knowledge / expertise.
• Ability to work independently and responsibly, without direct supervision.
• An empathetic approach as exposure to sensitive issues will occur.
• The ability to work as part of a team is essential.
• Opportunities to undertake further training and development is encouraged and supported.

If our Band 2 Healthcare Assistant role appeals, you have the qualities we are looking for and you share our values we would love to hear from you.

To arrange an informal visit please contact Allison Ramsay (Breast Clinic Sister) or Diane Higgins (Breast Service Manager) on 01536 491315.

(Please note: only short listed applicants will be notified.)
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.

Our Excellence Values:
Compassion
Respect
Integrity
Courageous
Accountable

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description and personal specification located under the Supporting Documents heading.