DUTIES MAY INCLUDE HOWEVER ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Maintains a positive therapeutic relationships by displaying respect for human dignity with patient, families and/or significant others utilizing learned communication skills.
• Begins to utilize observation skills for data collection, reporting and recording patient/resident observations
• Learning to performs aspects of nursing care to meet patient's needs for the following under close supervision and with direction/guidance from a
• Preceptor:
  • Personal Hygiene
  • Physical comfort
  • Activity, Exercise, Rest
  • Nutrition
  • Elimination
  • Prevention of Skin Breakdown
  • Rehabilitative Aspects of Care
• Beginning to engage in-group activities such as off-station trips, reality orientation, current events and other therapeutic groups.
• Learning to utilize principles of proper body mechanics while caring for patients.
• Reports patient observations to the RN and or other members of the treatment team.
• Is trained to set up patient care related equipment
• Organizes and obtains routine supplies and equipment.
• Assist with orienting patient/family to unit routines and policies.
• Work as a cooperative, courteous member of the interdisciplinary team.
• Safeguarding the patient's right to privacy by judiciously protecting information of a confidential nature.
• Uses proper safety practices.
• Learning to utilize equipment and supplies according to procedures.
• Learning to utilize principles of proper body mechanics and follows procedures for use of patient care equipment to prevent injury to self or others in all settings such as utilization of lifting equipment.
• Must be poised and articulate in communicating with people of varied educational, ethnic and
  cultural backgrounds.
• Makes caring for the veteran his/her priority in all aspects of work.
• Willing to work cooperatively as a member of a team in all assignments, and is learning to be an effective team member.
• Consistently adheres to information security policies and procedures and complies with all provisions of the access security agreement.
• Will report all known information security incidents or violations to the Information Security Officer immediately, as well as report all known privacy incidents or violations to the supervisor and/or the Privacy Officer immediately.

Work Schedule: Day 7:30am - 4:00pm / Evening 3:30pm - 12:00am / Night 11:30pm - 8:00am, every other weekend off per unit policy.

Starting at $36,565 Per Year (GS 00)

Please see detailed Job Description and Person Specification attached for further information on the role.

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Healthcare Assistant - NVQ Level 3 (Dialysis Assistant)

Are you an NVQ Level 3 qualified Healthcare Assistant seeking an exciting new opportunity to learn specialist skills in renal care?

Do you have the passion to provide outstanding patient experience and maintain high standards of care and dialysis treatment?

We are seeking a helpful, tactful and meticulous individual whom will be able to follow rigorous procedures to join our clinic as a Dialysis Assistant in Bath.

What can we offer you?

Here at Fresenius Medical Care we provide excellent and continuous Training and Development throughout your career, supported by dedicated Clinical Teachers. On joining, you will enroll on our 12 week Fundamental Dialysis Programme, which is accredited by the European Dialysis and Transplant Nurses Association/European Renal Care Association. Thereafter, we continue to provide training and education opportunities which help take your career to the next level.

We offer a competitive salary UPTO £25,163.53. Progression through the pay scale will be underpinned by a Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) for each role, allowing employees greater career development potential, aligned to in-house training programmes.

Alongside this we offer a wealth of other fantastic benefits listed below:
* No Sunday or Night Shift Working
* Company Pension Scheme
* Life Assurance
* 33 Days Holiday (inclusive of 8 days bank holiday) increasing with service
* Christmas Day and New Year’s Day off
* Overtime (time and a half after completing full-time hours – 150 hours every 4 weeks)
* Paid Breaks
* Free Parking at Work
* Positive Attendance Vouchers (up to £200 bonus per year)
* Long Service Vouchers
* Refer a Friend Scheme (£1000 per referral if successful)
* Sick Pay
* Free Uniform
* Free Tea & Coffee
* Free Flu Vaccine
* Free Christmas Meal
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Sponsorship for training where applicable for career development
* EAP Portal – Confidential Employee Assistance Helpline with qualified counsellors 24/7

What does the role involve?

As a Dialysis Assistant you will be working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. You will:

* Look after individual patients, preparing dialysis equipment for treatment, monitoring vital signs and assessing, cleaning and redressing catheter sites as required.
* Liaise with patients, their relatives and other visitors to the clinic.
* Ensure that equipment is kept clean and supplies are well-stocked, safely stored and used efficiently.
* Keep documentation up-to-date.
* Administer medication when required.

This is a full time role of 37.5 hours a week. Current days are working various shifts Mon - Sat between 7.00am - 11.30pm.

Who is Fresenius Medical Care?

We are the leading provider of dialysis services to the NHS and we also operate 41 production sites on all continents to provide dialysis products. We are the 3rd largest medical devices company in the world.

We are a growing and ambitious company who invests in talent and creates an environment where you can grow too. Come on our journey with us, see your skills develop and be rewarded for the exceptional work you do!

Healthcare Assistant – NVQ Level 3 (Dialysis Assistant) posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure

Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunities employer

Healthcare Assistant

Do you have the passion to maintain high standards of care? The methodical approach to follow strict procedures? The dedication to help and support a team of colleagues?

We are seeking a pro-active individual, ideally from a healthcare background and preferably with an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care to join our clinic as a Healthcare Assistant in Bridgwater.

What can we offer you?

Here at Fresenius Medical Care we provide excellent and continuous Training and Development throughout your career.

We offer a salary of £22,369.34 per annum.

Alongside this we offer a wealth of other fantastic benefits listed below:

• No working on Sunday’s, Night’s, Christmas Day or New Year’s Day

• Company Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

• 33 Days Holiday (inclusive of 8 days bank holiday) increasing with service

• Overtime (time and a half after completing full-time hours – 150 hours every 4 weeks)

• Paid Breaks

• Free Parking at Work

• Health Shield – Company paid Health Cash Plan

• Free Uniform, Tea & Coffee, Flu Vaccine & Christmas Meal

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Sponsorship for training where applicable for career development

• bhsf RISE – our Health and Wellbeing hub with 24/7 access to GP’s and Counsellors



What does the role involve?

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will prepare, restore and maintain areas and equipment for clinical treatments and investigations, as well as generally ensuring that the treatment environment is safe for patients, relatives and visitors.

This is an active role which involves extensive walking between patients throughout the clinic and some lifting responsibilities. However, we will provide regular training and guidance, so that you can develop your knowledge of company practice, procedures and quality management. Computer skills are essential, with good interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong working relationships with the team.

This is a full time role of 37.5 hours a week. Current days are working various shifts Monday to Saturday between 6.30am to 6.00pm. Please note it is possible in the future the shifts could move to 6.30am to 11.30pm.

Who is Fresenius Medical Care?

We are the leading provider of dialysis services to the NHS, operating 52 partnership dialysis units that together provide regular dialysis treatment to over 3,800 NHS patients in the UK. We are part of a global company treating over 344,000 patients worldwide across over 4,000 clinics.

We also operate 44 production sites on all continents to provide dialysis products such as dialysis machines, dialysers and related disposables. 1 in every 2 of all dialysis machines used around the globe are manufactured by Fresenius Medical Care and we are the 3rd largest medical devices company in the world.

For more information please visit Fresenius Medical Care’s provider website: www.nephrocare.co.uk

We are a growing and ambitious company who invests in talent and creates an environment where you can grow too. Come on our journey with us, see your skills develop and be rewarded for the exceptional care you give!

Healthcare Assistant posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure

Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunities employer

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

As a Healthcare Assistant, youll be part of our valued team at St Martin's Hospital, Bath. You will feel valued as a Healthcare Assistantwithin HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including: A salary of£23,100(pro-rated to hours worked)with access to our group pension Free tea and coffee at your base location Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year The pride of working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards: with a majority of our rated services holding good or outstanding ratings from the Care Quality Commission The Ideal Candidate Ideally you will have previous experience of working within a care setting and be a naturally empathetic individual, with the ability to build strong relationships with service users and their families, as our aim is to deliver positive experiences to patients at every stage of theirhealthcare journey. As this is a community role, it is essential that you have a valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.

The University Medical Centre in Bath is seeking an enthusiastic Health Care Assistant to support the nursing team in the delivery of and clinical care in the provision of treatment, preventative care, health promotion and patient education.

The role can be extended or adapted to fit your skill base if you hold additional qualifications and is centred around a mostly young University patient population. The team of nurses is small but well established and we would welcome a new member to support the needs of the patient population.

The position can be made available with immediate effect for a Health Care Assistant to join our friendly Practice team with flexible working patterns able to be considered and a competitive salary being offered for the role.

Clinical system: TPP / SystmOne
Salary: Competitive, NHS Pension
Working Days: Full-Time and Part-Time positions will be considered with days and hours to be agreed, working ideally a minimum of 3 days a week.

Main duties of the job
Support the clinical team and undertake core HCA activities to help provide appropriate care and treatment in line with Practice policy and protocols.

Perform phlebotomy and ECGs and facilitate routine blood pressure monitoring.

To carry out baseline patient observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, BMI checks, temperature and pulse rate, and record findings accurately in the clinical system.

Perform wound care management, apply patient dressings and other clinical tasks as requested by the nursing team including support with the management of chronic disease clinics.

Provide advice on healthy lifestyles, assist and support patients in changing behaviours and to deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate.

Act as a chaperone when requested.
Administer flu vaccinations when trained.
Undertake first aid and support in emergencies such as wound dressings for burns.
Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for transportation.
Provide support to GPs during minor surgery procedures.
Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session.
Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely and temperature recordings monitored.

Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the Infection Prevention and Control policy.

Prepare and maintain environments and equipment before, during and after patient care.
Report changes in patient conditions to a Nurse or GP.
Participate in Practice audit and shared learning.

The University Medical Centre is an NHS GP Practice conveniently situated in Quarry House on North Road in Bath and we are located not far from the University of Bath campus.

The Practice provides a range of NHS services available for all registered patients living within the Practice area. The majority of our patients are part of the University community and we aim to ensure that the services available match the needs of all of our patients both now and in the future.

The post holder will undertake a range of HCA activities and provide appropriate care and treatment in conjunction with the GPs and registered nursing team in accordance with Practice policy and protocols.

The HCA will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures as well as promoting self-care in order that patients are empowered to manage their own healthcare needs. To support the clinical team and to act within professional boundaries striving to improve standards of care.

Essential criteria
Essential to have training in and experience of performing phlebotomy.

To have a healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or currently working towards obtaining the equivalent level.

To be willing to train to achieve the HCA Health Care Certificate if not already achieved. Experience of working autonomously and also as a member of the Team.

To understand the need for confidentiality and Safeguarding practices working within a Primary Care environment.

An ability to evaluate safety and to understand the effectiveness of own clinical practice.
Knowledge of basic medical terminology and procedures.
To have excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with good organisation and attention to detail.
Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure.
Commitment to ongoing professional development. To be punctual and committed to supporting the team effort.

Desirable criteria
Previous completion of the HCA Health Care Certificate Phlebotomy training / certification Flu Vaccination training / certification Proven experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a GP surgery or Primary Care setting.
Knowledge to TPP clinical system. To be competent in the use of Microsoft Office and Outlook.

Qualifications Essential criteria
Experience of working with the general public. Experience of working in a health care setting.

Desirable criteria
Qualified in Phlebotomy Qualified with Health Care Certificate to level 3 or 4
Previous completion of the HCA Health Care Certificate Phlebotomy training / certification Flu Vaccination training / certification Proven experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a GP surgery or Primary Care setting. Knowledge to TPP clinical system. To be competent in the use of Microsoft Office and Outlook.

Qualifications Essential criteria
Experience of working with the general public. Experience of working in a health care setting.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

For further information and to arrange an informal discussion about the role please contact the Practice on 01225 789100.

The post holder will undertake a range of HCA activities and provide appropriate care and treatment in conjunction with the GPs and registered nursing team in accordance with Practice policy and protocols. The HCA will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures as well as promoting self-care in order that patients are empowered to manage their own healthcare needs. To support the clinical team and to act within professional boundaries striving to improve standards of care.

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Prior Park College, Bath has an exciting new opportunity for a Mental Health and Wellbeing Assistant to join our dedicated Health and Wellbeing Centre. The post holder will work closely with our Lead Nurse and Health Centre Assistants, wider school and pastoral team(s) and the Head of Compliance to support the proactive strategy for student health, including first aid, mental health and wellbeing, pastoral care provision in the School.

The role has access to confidential information and will require absolute discretion and in line with both internal and external data protection policies and laws. A current full UK driving licence is required for this role.

Our dedicated Health and Wellbeing Centre provides medical, well-being, counselling, and pastoral support services to our student community at Prior Park College and potentially at The Paragon School. There are approximately 150 boarders and 450 day students at Prior Park College and 260 day pupils at The Paragon.

Working 40 hours per week on a rota basis, term time and CPD days plus 2 additional weeks (37 weeks per year).

The Health and Wellbeing Centre is open between 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday and the appointed person will also work an evening in the boarding house, likely until 9.30pm with a later start time on that day. Will also be required to work for a occasional pre- arranged day over a weekend to assist as required, such as the welcoming of boarding students to college.

We offer a supportive working environment, Pro Rata salary: £22,897 - £23,590 (FTE salary £27,570 - £28,407) plus free lunch each day the kitchen is operational. We also access to other benefits including free onsite parking, contributory pension scheme and onsite gym.

The role will commence on 30 August 2024.

Prior Park College is an exceptional 11-18 HMC senior school set in a stunning 57-acre estate overlooking the City of Bath a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Established in 1830, Prior Park combines the very best of tradition and progress, with cutting-edge facilities and accommodation, including a pioneering digital learning programme.

Prior Park Schools are a family of Christian schools comprising Prior Park College (Bath), The Paragon Junior School (Bath) and Prior Park School Gibraltar.

The Schools’ Mission is to steward a thriving family of communities with love for the young people they serve at their heart. These vibrant communities cultivate creativity, foster integrity, and transform lives.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the school is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are “spent” unless they are “protected” under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

To apply for a position with Prior Park Educational Trust, we ask that the candidates complete an application form, available from our website:

https://www.priorparkcollege.com/pps-vacancies

Closing Date 12:00 Monday 24 June 2024

Interview Date Wednesday 3 July 2024

For further details, please contact Emma, HR on 01225 835353 or recruitment@priorparkschools.com

Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and the school reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.

Medical Laboratory Assistant
Taunton Hospital | Pathology Department | Permanent contract | Full time
Up to £24,000.00 per annum depending on experience

37.5 hours per week

At Nuffield Health, we're looking for someone with a keen eye for detail and experience of working in a pathology or healthcare environment to join us. If you have strong numeracy, communication and Microsoft Office skills, our highly motivated and talented team will really value what you bring.

As a Medical Laboratory Assistant at our Taunton Hospital you'll show a commitment to excellent customer service. In addition to your technical skills in pathology, you also understand how to use laboratory information systems.

As a Medical Laboratory Assistant, you will:

• Be responsible for specimen administration using a variety of computer systems

• Provide high-quality support to our talented Pathology team

• Be responsible for specimen administration

• Liaise directly with customers, answering and managing all enquiries

• Prioritise a busy workload

• Keep calm under pressure and remain professional

Helping you feel good.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From free private healthcare to gym membership, a cycle to work scheme and more. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you.

Nuffield Health Taunton Hospital.

Nuffield Health Taunton Hospital is one of the leading providers of private healthcare in the South West. We've built a reputation for clinical excellence and outstanding patient care over the last 40 years. We are constantly investing in our modern hospital. With three new state of the art Ultra Clean Air operating theatres and an endoscopy suite we are proud of the wide range of surgical services and treatments available. The hospital has 41 private en-suite bedrooms split over 2 wards and 11 consulting rooms within our Outpatients Department.

Our areas of specialty include orthopedics and spinal surgery, ophthalmology, dermatology, bariatric treatments and diagnostic imaging. Our most recent CQC inspection was undertaken in July 2016 and we were enormously proud to be rated overall as Good, with Outstanding for Well Led.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.

If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role.

It starts with you.

Job Description:

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

As a Healthcare Assistant, youll be part of our valued team at St Martin's Hospital, Bath. You will feel valued as a Healthcare Assistantwithin HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including: A salary between£22,000-23,500 (pro-rated to hours worked)with access to our group pension Free tea and coffee at your base location Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year The pride of working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards: with a majority of our rated services holding good or outstanding ratings from the Care Quality Commission Ideally you will have previous experience of working within a care setting and be a naturally empathetic individual, with the ability to build strong relationships with service users and their families, as our aim is to deliver positive experiences to patients at every stage of theirhealthcare journey. As this is a community role, it is essential that you have a valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Dialysis Assistant

Healthcare Assistant - Level 3 (Health and Social Care) – Dialysis Assistant

Are you a Healthcare Assistant with a Level 3 Health and Social Care Specific Qualification (NVQ, Apprenticeship, Diploma) or equivalent experience seeking an exciting new opportunity to learn specialist skills in renal care?

Do you have the passion to provide outstanding patient experience and maintain high standards of care and dialysis treatment?

We are seeking a helpful, tactful and meticulous individual whom will be able to follow rigorous procedures to join our clinic as a Dialysis Assistant in Taunton.

What can we offer you?

Here at Fresenius Medical Care we provide excellent and continuous Training and Development throughout your career, supported by dedicated Clinical Teachers. On joining, you will enrol on our 8 week Fundamental Dialysis Programme, which is accredited by the European Dialysis and Transplant Nurses Association/European Renal Care Association. Thereafter, we continue to provide training and education opportunities which help take your career to the next level.

We offer a competitive salary UPTO £24,670.13 - Progression through the pay scale will be underpinned by a Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) for each role, allowing employees greater career development potential, aligned to in-house training programmes.

Alongside this we offer a wealth of other fantastic benefits listed below:

• No Sunday or Night Shift Working

• Unsocial Hours Payments

• Company Pension Scheme

• Life Assurance

• 33 Days Holiday (inclusive of 8 days bank holiday) increasing with service

• Christmas Day and New Year’s Day off

• Overtime (time and a half after completing full-time hours – 150 hours every 4 weeks)

• Paid Breaks

• Free Parking at Work

• Health Shield – Company paid Health Cash Plan

• Long Service Vouchers

• Refer a Friend Scheme (£1000 per referral if successful)

• Sick Pay

• Free Uniform, Tea & Coffee, Flu Vaccine and Christmas Meal

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Sponsorship for training where applicable for career development

• bhsf RISE – our Health and Wellbeing hub with 24/7 access to GP’s and Counsellors

• iChoose – Employee saving scheme with great discounts including phone contracts



What does the role involve?

As a Dialysis Assistant you will be working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. You will:

* Look after individual patients, preparing dialysis equipment for treatment, monitoring vital signs and assessing, cleaning and redressing catheter sites as required.
* Liaise with patients, their relatives and other visitors to the clinic.
* Ensure that equipment is kept clean and supplies are well-stocked, safely stored and used efficiently.
* Keep documentation up-to-date.
* Administer medication when required.

This is a full time role of 37.5 hours a week. Current days are working various shifts Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6.30am to 11.30pm and Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 6.30am to 6.00pm.

Who is Fresenius Medical Care?

We are the leading provider of dialysis services to the NHS, operating 52 partnership dialysis units that together provide regular dialysis treatment to over 3,800 NHS patients in the UK. We are part of a global company treating over 344,000 patients worldwide across over 4,000 clinics.

We also operate 44 production sites on all continents to provide dialysis products such as dialysis machines, dialysers and related disposables. 1 in every 2 of all dialysis machines used around the globe are manufactured by Fresenius Medical Care and we are the 3rd largest medical devices company in the world.

For more information please visit Fresenius Medical Care’s provider website: www.nephrocare.co.uk

We are a growing and ambitious company who invests in talent and creates an environment where you can grow too. Come on our journey with us, see your skills develop and be rewarded for the exceptional care you give!

Dialysis Assistant posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure

Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunities employer