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EQUIPMENT AND MACHINERY The postholder will be required to operate the following equipment. Procedures as detailed in the Patient Services Operational Procedures Manual. Tub or cylinder vacuum. Scrubbing Machine. Carpet Shampooer. Hot water boilers/kettles Procedures Manual. Floor Mopping equipment. Safety Steps. Scrubber/Dryer machines. Waste bins. Steam cleaner machines. This list is not exhaustive but indicative of the equipment in use. SYSTEMS Follow SOPs (Working Instructions) to ensure that the department is run in an efficient and safe manner. Completion of Stores Request forms. Completion of own timesheet / holiday sheets / sickness notes. Reporting of faulty equipment to the Domestic Supervisor or Estates department. Completion of paperwork relevant to post. Completion of staff surveys. Participating in relevant audits. Please see attached Job Description.

The following are the core responsibilities of the healthcare assistant. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: · Undertake new patient health checks · Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes · Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accurately · Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly · Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required · Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics · Carry out BMI checks as directed · Act as a chaperone as required · When trained, undertake venepuncture · When trained, administer flu vaccinations · When trained, carry out ear irrigation under the supervision of the practice nurse · Carry out ECGs as requested · Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation · Provide support during minor operations as required · Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session · Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidance · Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policy · Ensure clinical checks are completed to a satisfactory standard as delegated by the Lead Nurse · Manage stock levels of drugs and consumables and re-order when necessary, in line with local ordering protocol · Ensure stock is unpacked and stored, ensuring it matches the delivery note and is stored in line with stock rotation protocol Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Healthcare Assistant may be requested to: · Participate in practice audit as directed by the audit lead · Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care · Support and participate in shared learning within the practice Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents. The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers. The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us. Get instant access to our financial wellbeing benefit Wagestream. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real-time, stream up to 50% of the money youve already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save your wages straight from your salary. https://fb.watch/hzQjE8HzTN/

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Be professionally responsible for adhering to Trust Policies and Procedures.To undertake tasks in delivering patient care, rehabilitation or social care as directed by service professionals. To assist the nurses and other members of the multi-disciplinary team by carrying out delegated aspects of personal patient care. To carry out Physical Observation and escalate when need to To progress patient treatment, care planning and to observe any changes that affects the individual and accurately communicate these To work as a member of the multidisciplinary team and liaise with the team and other relevant agencies effectively to ensure co-ordinated approach to patient care and attend team meetings as required. Maintain timely and accurate records of work undertaken, including documentation in line with service standards. To prompt medication as directed by a registered health care professional.

To carry out protocol based psychological assessment using appropriate psychometric measures, direct and indirect observation, semi-structured interviews under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist. To deliver group-based psychosocial interventions that target substance using behaviour. To assist in the formulation and delivery of person-centred care involving the psychological treatment and/or management of complex problems as required. To support the delivery of psychological interventions with due regard to issues of cultural, racial, and religious difference and sexual orientation. To utilise theory, literature, and research to support evidence-based practice in individual work and work with other members of the wider team. Teaching, Training and Supervision In common with all qualified applied psychologists, to receive regular clinical supervision from a qualified Clinical or Counselling Psychologist in accordance with professional practice guidelines. To develop teaching skills and competencies that assist in the delivery of services. To contribute to training and support programmes and initiatives for other staff within the team. Research To assist in the undertaking of audit and research projects on a supervised basis. To undertake data collection, analysis, production of reports and summaries and using IT and statistical programmes as required. To undertake searches of evidence-based literature and research to assist qualified clinical / counselling psychologists in evidence-based practice in individual work and with other team members. Leadership To gain wider experience of professional psychology within the Psychology Directorate. To maintain the highest of standards of clinical governance, ethical practice and data protection. To attend meetings, where directed and appropriate, in which the service developments are planned and discussed.

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As a result of continued growth,Medvivoare seeking to recruit an Urgent Care Assistant to undertake driving and receptionist duties to support the delivery of Integrated Urgent Care services across Wiltshire, Swindon and Bath and North East Somerset. Medvivo operates a 24/7, 365 days a year service, on a rolling 4-week rota pattern to be agreed following a successful interview, providing care to our service users. The role will involve non-clinical support to clinicians and patients who use the NHS 111 and GP Out of Hours service. A degree of flexibility will be required, and there may be the occasional opportunity to work outside of your contracted hours to facilitate the smooth operational running of the service. Medvivo currently has bases in Chippenham, Keynsham, Salisbury and Swindon and depending on location the Out of Hours bases operate the following hours if successful your rota may include a variety of the below hours: Monday Friday 18:15/18:30 23:00 (Evenings) Monday Friday 23:00 08:00 (Overnights) Saturday - Monday 0800 - 08:00 - (Encompassing Days/Evenings and Overnight Shifts) The Role: As an Urgent Care Assistant, you will be required to undertake a dual role ofdriving and receptionwork to support the efficient operation of Integrated Urgent Care services across the South West locality. Your key duties will include: Driving Driving Clinicians to the patient's home in a safe and legal manner adhering to current driving regulations. Perform basic vehicle checks at the beginning and end of shifts ensuring they are roadworthy, fuelled and fully equipped. Accurate recording of all medications and consumables used while on shift. Base To be the first point of contact for the patient or carer/relative in our designated Treatment Centres. Supporting Clinicians while you are on shift. Communicating with patients both in person and via the telephone (comfort & welfare checks). Ensure the Treatment Centre is kept clean and tidy. Medication and Stock Management: Using a variety of computer systems to accurately maintain stock levels of medication and consumables. Replenishing car stock at the end of your shift. Understand stock rotation and expiry dates on weekly delivery of medications and consumables *Full Training will be provided* The Urgent Care Assistant role is varied in nature and will involve the successful a suite of duties that are varied in nature. The successful candidate will expected to undertake duties, ranging from sitting at a reception desk and/or in a car for long periods of time to carrying weighted emergency equipment and undertaking CPR on the floor if necessary. Please note that candidates will be required to undertake a driver's medical if successful at interview. About You As someone who iswell organized, hardworking and personable, you will bejoining an established team of close-knit and hardworking colleagues who make a real difference and play a key role supporting the Integrated Urgent Care service. You will be required to: Confidently interact with patients, relatives and carers. Demonstrate compassion and respect. Possess excellent attention to detail. Have strong administration skills. Be personable, engaging and reassuring. Work confidently under pressure and act professionally in emergency or sometimes stressful situations. Please note a full UK Driving License is essential for this role and you should possess a good level of driving experience. What we offer: A base rate of £11.95/hr + evening and weekend enhancements of up to £16.13/hr (dependent on shift times) Discretionary staff bonus scheme. Generous holiday entitlement of up to 33 days per annum inclusive of bank holidays. Company Pension Scheme. Simply Health cash plan membership. Life Assurance. Free staff parking. About us Medvivo Group has been providing a range of health and urgent care services since 2004. Commissioned by the NHS, Medvivos core business involves the provision of Integrated Urgent Care services, incorporating NHS111 and Out of Hours care, in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire. Committed to achieving excellence in the delivery of person-centred care, Medvivo invests in people, resources and technology to continuously improve the quality of its services and organisational culture. This is testified by two consecutive outstanding ratings by the Care Quality Commission. Apply: If you would like to make a difference and think this is the role for you, we would love to hear from you. Should you have any questions or wish to arrange an informal conversation to discuss the role in greater detail, please contact our Recruitment Team in the first instance atrecruitment@medvivo.com Closing Date: Monday 11th November (5 pm) Additional information Please note that the successful applicant will need an Enhanced DBS which will provide be provided by Medvivo upon confirmation of appointment. Medvivo reserves the right to close this job in the event we receive a sufficient number of applications. Equality, Inclusivity and Diversity In line with Medvivos commitment to Equality, Inclusivity and Diversity, we welcome and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds. We are committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and aim to establish an inclusive working environment. As such, we welcome diverse applications from candidates irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Medvivo is a certified Disability Confident Employer and is committed to affording equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs. Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made at any part of your application process, please let us know by contacting us onrecruitment@medvivo.com. Safeguarding Please see here for information relating to our commitment to safeguarding as a provider of healthcare. *Please note that we are unfortunately unable to offer a sponsor licence to candidates who require sponsorship from their employer.

Clinical skills health and well-being Undertake, record and follow guidelines for the tasks for which you have received appropriate training Urinalysis and preparation of specimens for investigation by the pathology laboratory Administer vaccinations under a patient specific direction (PSD) Measuring and recording following physiological measurements in routine presentations: 1. blood pressure 2. pulse rate and rhythm 3. temperature 4. height and weight body mass index 5. respirations 6. venepuncture 7. ECG 8. basic suture removal Prepare and maintain environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions Assist in raising awareness of health and well-being, and how it can be promoted Give accurate and appropriate information to patients and groups within own competence Support and monitor patients during nebulisation therapy Work in accordance with current GVMDP Anticoagulation Clinic Protocol Work in accordance with current DMARD Clinical Guidance Communication Communicate effectively with other team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising their needs for alternative methods of communication Personal and people development Take responsibility for own developmental learning and performance, including participating in supervision Take responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal development Work with management on any new training requirements To recognise and understand the roles and responsibilities of individuals working the primary health care team Be aware of the legal issues pertinent to the role of a basic HCA. Health and Safety Use the personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines Identify the risks involved in work activities and undertake them in a way that manages the risks Comply to GVMDP uniform policy Use appropriate infection control procedures and maintain work areas in each clinical room so that they are clean, safe and free from hazards reporting of any potential risks identified, including: 1. hand washing 2. universal hygiene procedures 3. collection and handling of laboratory specimens 4. segregation and disposal of waste materials 5. decontamination of instruments and clinical equipment 6. reporting and treatment of sharps injuries 7. dealing with blood and body fluid spillages 8. assist patients and colleagues in adopting sound infection control measures Understand and apply the principles of the cold chain Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs within area of responsibility Know the general principles of first aid and resuscitation to be able to undertake initial actions as appropriate Be aware of statutory child health procedures and statutory local guidance and referral criteria Know the health and safety policies and procedures within the workplace, including fire procedures, maintaining documentation, monitoring and maintaining of equipment and furniture within your area of responsibility Use the computer monitor safely Be able to identify the risks of health of microbiological and chemical hazards within the working environment according to the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Service improvement Be aware of and, if appropriate, assist in current clinical audit Work with colleagues in the team on the development of current and new services and other initiatives Promote good health with educational material Deal with requests from patients and clinical staff for health information leaflets Quality Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk in the care of patients Ensure own actions are consistent with clinical governance systems Practice in accordance with agreed standards of care Enable patients to access appropriate professionals in the team Ensure stock items under your control are ordered and available in the treatment and consulting rooms Know how clinical governance affects the HCA role and bring to the attention of more senior staff any specific risk situation Know the practices policies, especially the whistle-blowing policy, available in the practice staff handbook Be able to manage your own time effectively Equality and Diversity Act in ways that recognise the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with procedures Respect the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients and carers Understand basic legal and communication issues regarding child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse and addictive behaviour Act as chaperone Information processes Record information and activities undertaken with patients and carers in an accurate and timely fashion using manual or computer systems as appropriate Maintain confidentiality or information relating to patients, relatives, staff and the practice Take the necessary precautions when transmitting information Adhere to the practices policies on information governance with regard to information sharing

Post-holder will also get dedicated time in their rota to develop a specialist skill. Post-holder will be expected to take up a research work during this post and will be provided with full academic support. The post-holder is expected to participate in local MDT meetings, strengthen local service protocols, attend patient tracking and business meetings where needed. The clinical fellow would be encouraged to undergo regular appraisal organised in blocks of 4 months to develop a learning plan and portfolio. The post holder will be supervised by their supervisor for both clinical and academic activities.

Responding to the needs of patients in an honest, non judgemental and open manner, which respects the rights of individuals and groups. Actively engaging with patients in the provision of holistic, needs-led care which takes into account the physical, psychological, emotional, social and spiritual needs of individuals and groups. Demonstrates a commitment to equal opportunities for all people. Demonstrates a knowledge of the term professional boundaries and how to applying this to working with patients, offenders and others. Responding to the needs of people sensitively with regard for age, culture, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and disability, especially regarding patient privacy and dignity Understanding the need for promoting health & well-being and the delivery of health promotion activities and programmes (including patient self-help programmes) in support of a registered nurse. Understanding the need for and assisting patients to attain optimal physical health and assisting with physical procedures in support of a registered nurse. Demonstrating good verbal and non-verbal communication skills Contributing appropriately to risk assessment and individualised care planning IMPORTANT INFORMATION, PLEASE READ: All applicants must be willing to undertake National Security Vetting in order to work in a Prison Setting. This will be completed as part of the pre-employment checks through Oxleas and the prison vetting team. You will need to provide: Proof of right to work documentation Proof of ID, needs to include 1 photographicID Proof of address documentation Non-UK passport holders will need to have correct documentation (right to work in the UK) and a Home office Share code. Address History: 5 years address history will be needed. Applicants that are not UK Passport holders who provide less than 5 years UK address history will need to provide a Police Certificate which must be in English from where they resided previously. Applicants who are UK Passport holders who have lived abroad for a period of more than six months during the last three years will need to provide a certificate of good conduct or an overseas police check in English from the countries resided in or visited. In order to assist you in obtaining a Police Certificate, guidance can be sought from:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants If the country you have resided in is not listed here, you can obtain the necessary information by contacting the relevant Embassy or High Commission for that Country. Their contact details can be found on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website (http://www.fco.gov.uk/en).

To assist the registered practitioner (or other healthcare practitioners) in providing high quality compassionate patient care and assistance to patients / relatives and their carers appropriate to their needs. Maintain patients privacy and dignity at all times Responsible for carrying out tasks as delegated by the registered practitioner who has overall accountability for delegating care. Continue to develop and maintain competences to support high quality safe care Be an effective part of the multi disciplinary team contributing to the departmental objectives You will be expected to contribute to house keeping and other ward duties as required e.g. general tidiness, pre-determined stock levels are met and clinical equipment is clean, working and stored correctly. Assist with admin & clerical duties as required. To comply with the Trusts Vision, Values, Behavioural Compact, as well as Policies and Procedures. PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DETAILS OF THE ROLE.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications For further information of this role please see attached the job description and person specification. Social Work Learning Academy (SWLA) On appointment, the post holder will be enrolled in the SWLA and aligned to the appropriate British Association of Social Work Professional Capabilities Framework. The relevant SWLA stage (i.e. stage 1 (ASYE), 2 (Social Worker) or 3 (Advanced Social Worker) will also be agreed taking all prior Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and relevant experience into consideration. The post holder will be required to take responsibility for their own Continuous Professional Development.

Healthcare Assistant - 12 Month FTC The Cherwell Hospital, Banbury Part-Time (19 hours per week) The role We're looking for a passionate Healthcare Assistant to join our Theatre team on a fixed term basis, covering Maternity leave. Putting patients first, you'll be given time to care for each person as a unique individual. Our Theatres are busy and colleagues will rely on your support. Together, you'll deliver the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supported environment. You'll be valued for your skills and expertise and given lots of opportunity to develop, because at Ramsay Health Care UK, we know our people are our most important asset. Where you'll be based The Cherwell Hospital was purpose built in 2006 and has been designed to combine an exceptional standard of patient accommodation with the technical equipment and facilities that modern medicine demands. We have three laminar air flow theatres and a newly built Ophthalmology suite housing a Surgicube. It is a 40-bed inpatient unit and day-case facility predominantly specialising in Orthopaedic and Ophthalmology Surgery. The Cherwell Hospital is part of the Ramsay Health Care group and provides clinical care to private, insured and NHS patients. What you'll bring with you NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines Good written and verbal communication skills Proven customer services skills Be a highly motivated individual Enjoy working in constantly and rapidly changing environments Great communication skills Flexible approach to your duties and your hours Benefits 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period Flexible shift patterns available where possible Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy Subsidised staff restaurant Concerts for Carers Employee Assistance Programme Cycle2Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords The Blue Light Card Scheme About us We're Ramsay Health Care UK. With 35 hospitals, 7,600 staff and 200,000 patients treated every year, we're one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. We deliver a wide and comprehensive range of specialised clinical services from routine to complex surgery, day case procedures, cancer care, diagnostic services and physiotherapy. In addition, we also have our three standalone decontamination units which are essential to supporting our clinical outcomes. 94% of our facilities are rated 'Good' by the CQC, and we are extremely proud of the high quality of our staff as well as excellent relationships with doctors and our strong, longstanding partnership with the NHS. We're part of a global hospital group with over 50 years' experience that operates in 11 countries across the world. As people caring for people, our ethos helps make a huge difference in the lives of millions. We know that our people are our most important asset to our organisation, and are the key to our success and continuing growth. To apply Please contact for an informal chat, or to ask any questions you may have before you apply. Or you can apply directly via www.ramsayhealth.co.uk/careers We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to close our adverts prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process.