healthcare consultant Epsom, England
Job description
Band 2
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At Epsom and St Helier Hospitals, above all we value respect. We put respect at the heart of all we do, by living up to our shared behaviours of kindness, professionalism, positivity and teamwork. This enables us to provide great patient care and make ESTH a great place to work. When you sign up to work with us, you sign up to this and we welcome applicants who share our values
Job overview
An opportunity has arisen for a full time Healthcare Assistant at Epsom Outpatients Department.
Epsom OPD is a large,multi speciality, adult Outpatient unit
"If this opportunity is for you, please in no more than 100 words specify in your supporting statement,what interests you most about working in an Out Patients Department, and what specific skills you can bring to the role".
Applicants must have excellent interpersonal skills, be flexible, have an ability to work under pressure, and a strong desire to work in an Outpatient setting. Ability to undertake phlebotomy and ECG desirable, although full training will be given.
Previous outpatient experience would be beneficial .Outpatients services positively support the learning and development of their staff.
Please note that these hours don't form set shift patterns and will be worked flexibly according to the needs of the service, and will include evening and weekend work. Staff also support OPD services on the STH site when required. Staff may also be requested to work in wards and other areas of the Trust if required.
Main duties of the job
- Provide direct care to the patient and undertake duties as delegated by the qualified nurse and as within capabilities and competence.
- Maintain a clean safe environment for patients and relatives.
- Assist with clerical and housekeeping duties.
- Psychological support for patients undergoing procedures in clinic.
- Maintain confidentiality of patient at all times.
Working for our organisation
Epsom and St Helier
Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust provides a range of medical services to approximately 490,000 people living across southwest London and northeast Surrey. In addition, we provide more specialist services, in particular renal and neonatal intensive care, to a wider area, covering parts of Sussex and Hampshire.
We serve an area that is rich in diversity, with a mix of urban and rural areas, and differing levels of quality of life. We cover some of the most prosperous postcodes in the country, as well as some poorer areas. Together with our colleagues at NHS Surrey and NHS Sutton and Merton, we work to make sure that we deliver the best possible care to the communities we serve.
The Trust employs approximately 5,000 staff across its hospitals and is supported by over 500 volunteers.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the Healthcare Assistant role at Epsom and St Helier.
Person specification
Qualifications and Training
Desirable criteria
- NVQ level 2 in care or a willingness to undertake
Experience
Essential criteria
- experience in dealing with the general public
Desirable criteria
- previous experience in a hospital setting
knowledge and skills
Essential criteria
- ability to adapt to a changing environment
Desirable criteria
- I.T literate or a willingness to undertake training
Our mission: ‘to put the patient first by delivering great care to every patient, every day.’
There’s never been a better time to join the Epsom and St Helier team. Our hospitals are facing a bright and busy future, and our staff have a proven track record in providing high quality, compassionate care for our patients.
Boasting incredible staff benefits and dedicated training schemes, working for us will not only take your career forward, but could help to transform the lives of our patients and visitors.
We offer all employees some fantastic staff benefits, and are the only hospitals in Surrey to offer staff the London high cost area supplement. Our hospitals also benefit from great locations, so whether you're attracted to the bright lights of the city or the countryside of Epsom Downs, both are within easy reach.
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