Total 11 Junior Executive level Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Peterborough Station, PE1 1QL

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Locations: Peterborough.
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• Prepares the treatment room for procedures and ensures the equipment meets all cleanliness standards.
• Records the patient’s vital signs before and after treatment, especially minor oral surgery.
• Takes preliminary impressions, bite registrations, modifies impression trays, fabricates custom trays, pours and trims casts.
• Performs supra-gingival stain and calculus removal and scales teeth in accordance with accepted practices and procedures outlined by the dental treatment facility.
• Operates dental X-ray equipment to take intra and extra-oral radiographs.
• Retrieves digital images and/or develops and finishes film.

Starting at $44,117 Per Year (GS 6)

• This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB)
• Takes preliminary impressions for study models, removes sutures, places and removes rubber dams, perio-packs, matrix bands, and wedges.
• Records the patient’s vital signs before and after treatment, especially minor oral surgery.
• Positions patients and film to achieve proper photographic angles.
• Receives and schedules patients for treatment.
• Operates dental X-ray equipment to take intra and extra-oral radiographs.
• Retrieves digital images and/or exposes and develops film.

Starting at $39,576 Per Year (GS 5)

Key Responsibilities: Welcome children and families to the Department- Ensure all areas are tidy and welcoming- Ensure ward signs and notices are up-to-date and easy to read- Ensure patient information material is accessible and up-to-date Direct children and families to other areas and departments as required- Facilitate use of wheelchairs, pushchairs, etc. when required Be aware and understand the guidelines relating to ChildProtection issues. Ensure smooth running of outpatient clinics Contribute to administration- Access careflow and e-track to enter and retrieve basic data (admission,discharge, transfer) and log out- Make and receive telephone calls- Handle patient and relative enquiries- Contribute to data collection as required Care of children and families Undertake routine observations- Reassure and support child and family- Weight and height children, recording results on e-track- Obtain specimens required and once correctly labelled direct toappropriate laboratory Attend consultations for chaperoning if indicated Support families following consultation- Arrange follow-up- Help arrange transport- Arrange for further support/information if indicated in liaison with otherhealth professionals Arrange specific equipment- Organise maintenance and replacement of equipment- Ensure adequate consumables are available for use Maintains a safe environment Infection control- Limit risk of cross-infection to patients and other staff through safedisposal of sharp and soiled items- Limit risk of cross-infection through appropriate cleaning of equipment,couches, trolleys and toys Health and safety- Ensure that equipment is stored safely and repaired promptly- Ensure all potential hazards are stored out of reach of children- Ensure that entrances, exits and fire exits remain uncluttered- Attend regular updates on fire and manual handling in line with Trustpolicy- Advise parents/carers on appropriate health and safety issues- Maintain personal standards of health, security and safetyPatient Well-being Promote equality for all individuals- Promote anti-discriminatory practice- Maintain the confidentiality of information- Promote and support individual rights and choice within servicedelivery- Acknowledge individuals personal beliefs and identity- Support individuals through effective communications Contribute to the ongoing support of patients, relatives and carers- Enable patients to maintain their interests, identity and emotional wellbeing- Act as an advocate for the child- Support members of the patients family during visits- Enable the family and friends of the patient to support the patient Be aware of the vulnerability of children and young people- Have understanding of the potential for child abuse and be aware oflocal guidelines- Act to protect children by reporting concerns through relevantprofessionals Teamwork Contribute to the development of self and team- Contribute to My Performance Appraisal (MPA) with the manager orsupervisor- Contribute to team meetings within the department and across theService Unit- Contribute to suggestions to improve practice Education - Attend education appropriate to HCA role- Identify development needs with team leader and ward managerthrough your MPA

A Vacancy at Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust.


This opportunity has arisen within the team as a fixed term post, as an assistant EMHP it may provide applicants thinking about applying for trainee posts insights and experience into the MHST teams and roles.

The Mental Health Support Teams (MHSTs) are part of the Emotional Health and Wellbeing Service in Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust and are within the ‘Getting Advice’ and ‘Getting Help’ (quadrants of) the developing iThrive model currently being implemented across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. The iThrive model provides an integrated approach to the delivery of person-centered and needs-led services for children, young people and families.

The post holder will be supporting the MHST’s provision of a high-quality service to students (and their families) experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties.

The three core elements that the MHST’s provide are:
• Evidence based interventions for mild to moderate mental health and emotional wellbeing issues
• Support designated senior mental health leads in educational setting
• Provide timely advice to school and college staff

The post holder will work alongside Educational Mental Health Practitioners (EMHP’s), Senior Wellbeing Practitioners (SWP’s) and Senior Clinicians through direct delivery of evidence-based interventions that support the recovery of young people referred to the service. The post holder will also utilise their skills and knowledge of Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and child and adolescent mental health practice, alongside their knowledge of whole school approaches to mental health.

This work will be in accordance with clinical governance processes and professional standards.

Before applying for this vacancy please be aware of the salary threshold required for a certificate of sponsorship to be granted, and that unfortunately overseas applicants who are new to care may not reach the minimum salary threshold to obtain a certificate of sponsorship.

Rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.

There’s one reason why our services are outstanding – and that’s our amazing staff who, for the seventh year running, rated us incredibly highly in the national staff survey.

If you share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading-edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.
Main Duties and Responsibilities

The postholder will not be responsible for a caseload but will support delivery of evidence based emotional wellbeing activities to children, young people and their families, as well as education staff under supervision. This might also include creating resources to support the offer of the team.

The post holder will support the team to promote the mental and emotional health of children, young people and families in the community

The postholder will support the team to work toward inclusion and ensure co-production with service users, families and carers and the education staff

The post holder will contribute to the overall assessment, including risk assessment, of children and young people in terms of their mental health needs by, for example, carrying out class observations

The postholder will focus largely on the ‘Whole School Approach’ to mental health. This might include preparing and supporting delivery of psychoeducation groups, assemblies and training of education staff

The postholder will support the team with

There may also be opportunities for the postholder to represent the work them and the team/service are doing at external events with stakeholders. (Integrated care board, safeguarding, parents evenings etc)

The postholder will participate and contribute to team business meetings and will keep up to date with the team, service and organisational information

The postholder will adhere to all regulations, processes, and procedures within the educational setting whilst in their premises

The postholder will keep up to date with safeguarding training and processes and will actively contribute to the safeguarding of all children and young people in line with their role and responsibilities, seeking advice when concerned
Communication

The postholder will be a proactive member of the team

The postholder will communicate effectively and sensitively to a range of audiences, including other colleagues, and children, young people and families, both verbal and written communication

The postholder will reflect the values of Cambridgeshire Community Services (CCS); Honesty, Empathy, Respect and Ambition

The postholder will develop and sustain effective relationships with stakeholders in education settings and partner agencies (including mental health leads)

The postholder will manage their own diary and prioritise workloads in line with agreed objectives

The postholder will adhere to trust’s governance expectations, including timely recording on the clinical systems

The post holder will attend relevant development opportunities in line with identified professional objectives (including annual appraisal)
People Management

Maintaining own professional development and requirement to take part in appraisal and management/clinical and safeguarding supervisions
Clinical and Practice Governance

Observe and maintain strict confidentiality with regards to any patient/family/staff/records and information in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act

Maintain accurate records in accordance with CCS policy and procedure consistent with principles of client confidentiality and data protection Any data that is taken/shared as part of a phone call or transported, faxed, or transferred electronically must be undertaken with regard to the Trust Information Governance and Information Security policies

The post holder must adhere to the Trust risk assessment and risk management processes

The post holder must adhere to infection control policies and procedures

Undertake mandatory training and any other training relevant to the role as required by Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust

The post holder must participate in clinical and safeguarding audits as required

Provide patients and their families/carers with information on standards they should expect from the team

Participate in clinical and management supervision as per Trust policy

The post holder is required to participate in relevant emergency preparedness process for their team. Develop existing and new clinical skills for the benefit of children and young people and in co-operation with other colleagues
Information Technology

To use a computer as necessary for clinical work, including literature searches, word processing, delivery of remote interventions and training

Inputting data, clinical notes, emailing, report writing and other tasks as necessary for the efficient running of the service
Quality and Patient Safety

Maintain awareness of and execute responsibilities with regard to the safeguarding children and adults’ agenda, confidentiality, Trust and professional training requirements, data protection and sharing, information governance, risk management and reporting and all relevant legislation and Trust and local policy

To ensure day to day practice reflects the highest standards of governance, clinical effectiveness, safety and patient experience

To ensure monitoring of quality and compliance with standards is demonstrable within the service on an ongoing basis

To be aware of the responsibility of all employees to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients/ clients, visitors and staff

Ensure Trust statutory health and safety regulations are adhered to


This advert closes on Monday 17 Jun 2024

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Main Duties and Responsibilities The postholder will not be responsible for a caseload but will support delivery of evidence based emotional wellbeing activities to children, young people and their families, as well as education staff under supervision. This might also include creating resources to support the offer of the team. The post holder will support the team to promote the mental and emotional health of children, young people and families in the community The postholder will support the team to work toward inclusion and ensure co-production with service users, families and carers and the education staff The post holder will contribute to the overall assessment, including risk assessment, of children and young people in terms of their mental health needs by, for example, carrying out class observations The postholder will focus largely on the Whole School Approach to mental health. This might include preparing and supporting delivery of psychoeducation groups, assemblies and training of education staff The postholder will support the team with There may also be opportunities for the postholder to represent the work them and the team/service are doing at external events with stakeholders. (Integrated care board, safeguarding, parents evenings etc) The postholder will participate and contribute to team business meetings and will keep up to date with the team, service and organisational information The postholder will adhere to all regulations, processes, and procedures within the educational setting whilst in their premises The postholder will keep up to date with safeguarding training and processes and will actively contribute to the safeguarding of all children and young people in line with their role and responsibilities, seeking advice when concerned Communication The postholder will be a proactive member of the team The postholder will communicate effectively and sensitively to a range of audiences, including other colleagues, and children, young people and families, both verbal and written communication The postholder will reflect the values of Cambridgeshire Community Services (CCS); Honesty, Empathy, Respect and Ambition The postholder will develop and sustain effective relationships with stakeholders in education settings and partner agencies (including mental health leads) The postholder will manage their own diary and prioritise workloads in line with agreed objectives The postholder will adhere to trusts governance expectations, including timely recording on the clinical systems The post holder will attend relevant development opportunities in line with identified professional objectives (including annual appraisal) People Management Maintaining own professional development and requirement to take part in appraisal and management/clinical and safeguarding supervisions Clinical and Practice Governance Observe and maintain strict confidentiality with regards to any patient/family/staff/records and information in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act Maintain accurate records in accordance with CCS policy and procedure consistent with principles of client confidentiality and data protection Any data that is taken/shared as part of a phone call or transported, faxed, or transferred electronically must be undertaken with regard to the Trust Information Governance and Information Security policies The post holder must adhere to the Trust risk assessment and risk management processes The post holder must adhere to infection control policies and procedures Undertake mandatory training and any other training relevant to the role as required by Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust The post holder must participate in clinical and safeguarding audits as required Provide patients and their families/carers with information on standards they should expect from the team Participate in clinical and management supervision as per Trust policy The post holder is required to participate in relevant emergency preparedness process for their team. Develop existing and new clinical skills for the benefit of children and young people and in co-operation with other colleagues Information Technology To use a computer as necessary for clinical work, including literature searches, word processing, delivery of remote interventions and training Inputting data, clinical notes, emailing, report writing and other tasks as necessary for the efficient running of the service Quality and Patient Safety Maintain awareness of and execute responsibilities with regard to the safeguarding children and adults agenda, confidentiality, Trust and professional training requirements, data protection and sharing, information governance, risk management and reporting and all relevant legislation and Trust and local policy To ensure day to day practice reflects the highest standards of governance, clinical effectiveness, safety and patient experience To ensure monitoring of quality and compliance with standards is demonstrable within the service on an ongoing basis To be aware of the responsibility of all employees to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients/ clients, visitors and staff Ensure Trust statutory health and safety regulations are adhered to

A Vacancy at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust.


The Early Pregnancy and Emergency Gynaecology Assessment Unit is looking for a Healthcare assistant to work 37.5 hours per week.

Your base would be in EGAU at Peterborough City Hospital, but all staff are asked to support services in other departments and at other Trust sites as needed.

This post would suit someone with an interest in working in the caring profession but specialising in Women’s Health. The Unit covers 7 day working and the successful applicant would be expected to work flexibly across the month to support the service.

****Please note we are not eligible to sponsor for this post****

We are looking for someone who is an excellent organiser, great communicator, sensitive and non-judgemental, who can work using their own initiative, often under pressure. Works well alone, but importantly as part of a wide team of multi-professionals, from Admin staff, to nurses, sonographers, doctors - the list is endless).

The termination of pregnancy service runs from this area, so staff should be pro-choice.

The current working hours of the unit are 08.00-18.00 Monday to Friday and 08.00-12.00 weekends and bank holidays.

Please be aware this is subject to change in the future and we may look to extend working hours of the unit to 08.00-20.00 7 days a week.

***Please Note the advert may close sooner than the date advertised due to levels of interest, closing of the advert will happen with no notice***

****Please note we are not eligible to sponsor for this post****

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.

As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
• Flexible working opportunities;
• Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
• Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
• Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
• Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
• On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
• Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
• Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
• Promote and maintain a welcoming approach to all patients/clients, relatives and visitors; maintaining an awareness that they are often anxious and will be sensitive to the reception they receive and respond confidently, calmly and professionally to difficult situations.
• Work unsupervised at times, in clinics within the limits of their competence, ensuring that the chaperone policy is adhered too.
• Ensure that all case-notes and test results are available at the commencement of clinic. If not, to investigate, enquiring with appropriate places.
• Report and record accurately, as appropriate, on care given and the progress of the patient/client and to assist in the assessment or re-assessment of the patients/clients’needs.
• Carry out post consultation duties and ensure that all outcome slips are given to the Receptionist/Navigator. Ensure that any transport required is made etc
• Maintain confidentiality of information received relating to patients, relatives, colleagues and confidential business information.

Please see Job Description for further information


This advert closes on Monday 13 May 2024

Key Responsibilities: Practice1. Welcoming children and families 1.0 Welcome children and families to the Department- Ensure all areas are tidy and welcoming- Ensure ward signs and notices are up-to-date and easy to read- Ensure patient information material is accessible and up-to-date 1.1 Direct children and families to other areas and departments as required- Facilitate use of wheelchairs, pushchairs, etc. when required 1.2 Be aware and understand the guidelines relating to ChildProtection issues. 2. Ensure smooth running of outpatient clinics 2.0 Contribute to administration - Access e-track and careflow to enter and retrieve basic data (admission,discharge, transfer) and log out- Make and receive telephone calls- Handle patient and relative enquiries- Contribute to data collection as required 3. Care of children and families 3.0 Undertake routine observations - Reassure and support child and family- Weight and height children, recording results on e-track- Obtain specimens required and once correctly labelled direct toappropriate laboratory 3.1 Attend consultations for chaperoning if indicated 3.2 Support families following consultation- Arrange follow-up- Help arrange transport- Arrange for further support/information if indicated in liaison with otherhealth professionals 3.3 Arrange specific equipment- Organise maintenance and replacement of equipment- Ensure adequate consumables are available for use 4. Maintains a safe environment 4.0 Infection control- Limit risk of cross-infection to patients and other staff through safedisposal of sharp and soiled items- Limit risk of cross-infection through appropriate cleaning of equipment,couches, trolleys and toys 4.1 Health and safety- Ensure that equipment is stored safely and repaired promptly- Ensure all potential hazards are stored out of reach of children- Ensure that entrances, exits and fire exits remain uncluttered- Attend regular updates on fire and manual handling in line with Trustpolicy- Advise parents/carers on appropriate health and safety issues- Maintain personal standards of health, security and safety5. Patient Well-being 5.0 Promote equality for all individuals- Promote anti-discriminatory practice- Maintain the confidentiality of information- Promote and support individual rights and choice within servicedelivery- Acknowledge individuals personal beliefs and identity- Support individuals through effective communications 5.1 Contribute to the ongoing support of patients, relatives and carers- Enable patients to maintain their interests, identity and emotional wellbeing- Act as an advocate for the child- Support members of the patients family during visits- Enable the family and friends of the patient to support the patient 5.2 Be aware of the vulnerability of children and young people- Have understanding of the potential for child abuse and be aware oflocal guidelines- Act to protect children by reporting concerns through relevantprofessionals 6. Teamwork 6.0 Contribute to the development of self and team- Contribute to My Performance Appraisal (MPA) with the manager orsupervisor- Contribute to team meetings within the department and across theService Unit- Contribute to suggestions to improve practice 7. Education 7.0- Attend education appropriate to HCA role- Identify development needs with team leader and ward managerthrough your MPA

Key Responsibilities: Practice 1. Welcoming children and families 1.0 Welcome children and families to the Department- Ensure all areas are tidy and welcoming- Ensure ward signs and notices are up-to-date and easy to read- Ensure patient information material is accessible and up-to-date 1.1 Direct children and families to other areas and departments as required- Facilitate use of wheelchairs, pushchairs, etc. when required 1.2 Be aware and understand the guidelines relating to ChildProtection issues. 2. Ensure smooth running of outpatient clinics 2.0 Contribute to administration- Access PAS system, enter and retrieve basic data (admission,discharge, transfer) and log out- Make and receive telephone calls- Handle patient and relative enquiries- Contribute to data collection as required 3. Care of children and families 3.0 Undertake routine observations- Reassure and support child and family- Weight and height children, recording results on e-track- Obtain specimens required and once correctly labelled direct toappropriate laboratory 3.1 Attend consultations for chaperoning if indicated 3.2 Support families following consultation- Arrange follow-up- Help arrange transport- Arrange for further support/information if indicated in liaison with otherhealth professionals 3.3 Arrange specific equipment- Organise maintenance and replacement of equipment- Ensure adequate consumables are available for use 4. Maintains a safe environment 4.0 Infection control- Limit risk of cross-infection to patients and other staff through safedisposal of sharp and soiled items- Limit risk of cross-infection through appropriate cleaning of equipment,couches, trolleys and toys 4.1 Health and safety- Ensure that equipment is stored safely and repaired promptly- Ensure all potential hazards are stored out of reach of children- Ensure that entrances, exits and fire exits remain uncluttered- Attend regular updates on fire and manual handling in line with Trustpolicy- Advise parents/carers on appropriate health and safety issues- Maintain personal standards of health, security and safety5. Patient Well-being 5.0 Promote equality for all individuals- Promote anti-discriminatory practice- Maintain the confidentiality of information- Promote and support individual rights and choice within servicedelivery- Acknowledge individuals personal beliefs and identity- Support individuals through effective communications 5.1 Contribute to the ongoing support of patients, relatives and carers- Enable patients to maintain their interests, identity and emotional wellbeing- Act as an advocate for the child- Support members of the patients family during visits- Enable the family and friends of the patient to support the patient 5.2 Be aware of the vulnerability of children and young people- Have understanding of the potential for child abuse and be aware oflocal guidelines- Act to protect children by reporting concerns through relevantprofessionals 6. Teamwork 6.0 Contribute to the development of self and team- Contribute to My Performance Appraisal (MPA) with the manager orsupervisor- Contribute to team meetings within the department and across theService Unit- Contribute to suggestions to improve practice 7. Education 7.0- Attend education appropriate to HCA role- Identify development needs with team leader and ward managerthrough your MPA

Opportunity for Healthcare Assistant for Amazon Ward at Peterborough City Hospital.

Our Healthcare assistants play a vital role in supporting the team to provide a high quality care for children and their families and you will be work across amazon, Rainforest and Jungle wards.

We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, driven and passionate about the care and quality that children and their families receive within our wards.

You will need to be able to remain calm in an emergency, compassionate when dealing with distressing situations and be keen to develop your skills within the role.

If you are hardworking, reliable and committed to the service, but can be flexible and adaptable we would love to receive an application from you

****Please note we are not eligible to sponsor for this post****

Amazon & Jungle Children’s Units can open a number and variety of opportunities for an enthusiastic and driven Health Care Assistant. We are passionate about the care and quality that children and their families receive within our units and have state-of-the-art facilities equipped with the latest equipment and this ensures that children receive the very highest standards of healthcare.

We have a 30 bedded Ward comprising of 12 en-suite cubicles, a 2 bedded fully equipped HDU area and 4 four bedded bays. We are a general paediatric unit receiving children from 0 – 18 years dependent on condition. We operate a busy day surgery area within the unit, taking up to 10 surgical patients per day.

As an HCA you may be asked to help on Jungle which is our eight bedded paediatric assessment unit adjacent to the Amazon Children’s ward where GP admissions are assessed and monitored. We share this area part of the day with the emergency department.

May also be asked to help on Rainforest which is our busy and expanding Outpatient department specifically for children.

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the closing date indicated should we feel we have received sufficient applications.

We are committed to ensure a work-life balance to all our staff by offering full time and part time roles, flexible working hours on a shift pattern to fit around your family life.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) and candidates form our local communities.

Benefits to you:
• 27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
• NHS Pension Scheme:
• Flexible working opportunities;
• Increased hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
• Career development and training;
• Wellbeing support and activities;
• In-house physiotherapy Service;
• On-site canteens with subsidised meals;
• Subsidised staff parking (currently free).
• Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

Key Responsibilities:

Practice


1. Welcoming children and families


1.0 Welcome children and families to the Department
- Ensure all areas are tidy and welcoming
- Ensure ward signs and notices are up-to-date and easy to read
- Ensure patient information material is accessible and up-to-date


1.1 Direct children and families to other areas and departments as required
- Facilitate use of wheelchairs, pushchairs, etc. when required


1.2 Be aware and understand the guidelines relating to Child
Protection issues.


2. Ensure smooth running of outpatient clinics


2.0 Contribute to administration
- Access PAS system, enter and retrieve basic data (admission,
discharge, transfer) and log out
- Make and receive telephone calls
- Handle patient and relative enquiries
- Contribute to data collection as required


3. Care of children and families


3.0 Undertake routine observations
- Reassure and support child and family
- Weight and height children, recording results on e-track
- Obtain specimens required and once correctly labelled direct to
appropriate laboratory


3.1 Attend consultations for chaperoning if indicated


3.2 Support families following consultation
- Arrange follow-up
- Help arrange transport
- Arrange for further support/information if indicated in liaison with other
health professionals


3.3 Arrange specific equipment
- Organise maintenance and replacement of equipment
- Ensure adequate consumables are available for use


4. Maintains a safe environment


4.0 Infection control
- Limit risk of cross-infection to patients and other staff through safe
disposal of sharp and soiled items
- Limit risk of cross-infection through appropriate cleaning of equipment,
couches, trolleys and toys


4.1 Health and safety
- Ensure that equipment is stored safely and repaired promptly
- Ensure all potential hazards are stored out of reach of children
- Ensure that entrances, exits and fire exits remain uncluttered
- Attend regular updates on fire and manual handling in line with Trust
policy
- Advise parents/carers on appropriate health and safety issues
- Maintain personal standards of health, security and safety

5. Patient Well-being


5.0 Promote equality for all individuals
- Promote anti-discriminatory practice
- Maintain the confidentiality of information
- Promote and support individual rights and choice within service
delivery
- Acknowledge individual’s personal beliefs and identity
- Support individuals through effective communications


5.1 Contribute to the ongoing support of patients, relatives and carers
- Enable patients to maintain their interests, identity and emotional well
being
- Act as an advocate for the child
- Support members of the patient’s family during visits
- Enable the family and friends of the patient to support the patient


5.2 Be aware of the vulnerability of children and young people
- Have understanding of the potential for child abuse and be aware of
local guidelines
- Act to protect children by reporting concerns through relevant
professionals


6. Teamwork


6.0 Contribute to the development of self and team
- Contribute to My Performance Appraisal (MPA) with the manager or
supervisor
- Contribute to team meetings within the department and across the
Service Unit
- Contribute to suggestions to improve practice


7. Education


7.0
- Attend education appropriate to HCA role
- Identify development needs with team leader and ward manager
through your MPA


This advert closes on Sunday 24 Mar 2024

Healthcare Assistant 30 hours/ Fitzwilliam Hospital The role We're looking for a passionate Healthcare Assistant to join our Surgical Inpatient ward. Putting patients first, you'll be given time to care for each person as a unique individual. Our Night Ward Team 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 Fitzwilliam Hospital 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 Contributory pension scheme Attractive enhancement rates for permanent and bank work: 30%-100% for evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays 25 days' annual leave plus eight Bank Holiday days Family friendly policies including enhanced parental leave Private healthcare and life assurance Free uniform and DBS check Free onsite parking and a subsidised staff restaurant [delete if not applicable] Access to our employee discount programme Wellbeing Centre and access to 24/7 employee assistance line Long service, employee recognition and appreciation awards Access to the Ramsay Academy giving you genuine opportunities to grow, develop and specialise in your career 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 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.