Description
Central London Community Health Trust is recruiting a Band 3 Health Care Assistant to join the Sexual Health service on a 6-month fixed-term contract.
You will help provide high-standard care to patients with sexual health needs and support the smooth running of community-based sexual health clinics. Working under the guidance and supervision of a Registered Nurse or Medical Doctor, you will prepare patients for examinations and procedures, assist clinical staff, and support safe, effective care.
Your key duties will include:
- Carrying out diagnostic tests, including microscopy and venepuncture
- Ensuring samples are correctly identified, labelled, and processed
- Monitoring patients using basic health observation techniques
- Preparing patients for clinical examinations and procedures
- Supporting patients who may display challenging behaviour
- Discussing sexual health matters sensitively with patients
The service operates five days a week, between 8:30 am and 8:00 pm, with standard shifts typically from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.
We offer a competitive employment package, including a salary of £25,760 to £27,476 per annum.
You will need to have a Higher Professional Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (NVQ/QCF - Level 3) or a recognised equivalent course in health and/or social care. Experience of working in a health or social care setting is also essential.
As this is a community-based role, it is desirable to hold a full, valid UK driving licence and have access to a car for business purposes.
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