Description
We are looking for a Lymphoedema Healthcare Assistant to join our team. This is a part-time role, and the post holder will work as part of the multidisciplinary Lymphoedema Service, providing both clinical and administrative support to ensure high-quality, patient-centred care.
The Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth is a charitable organisation that provides specialist palliative and end-of-life care to people living with life-limiting illnesses, as well as support for those closest to them. Each year, the Hospice cares for around 5,000 people across North, West and Central London.
Responsibilities:
- Assist qualified staff in delivering safe, effective care to patients with lymphoedema in clinic, community, and home settings.
- Support the application, removal, and maintenance of compression garments and bandaging under the direction of registered staff.
- Provide patient education and support on skin care, hygiene, exercise, and self-management techniques.
- Accurately record patient observations and clinical information, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to Trust policies.
- Prepare clinic rooms, equipment, and resources for patient appointments.
- Assist in infection prevention and control procedures, maintaining a clean and safe clinical environment.
- Recognise and report any changes in a patient's condition promptly to a registered practitioner.
- Escort and assist patients to and from clinical areas as required.
- Promote the values and behaviours of the organisation, ensuring compassionate and inclusive care for all patients.
Person Specification:
- At least 12 months experience as a Health Care Assistant in a hospital or other caring environment.
- Experience within an outpatient/primary care setting.
- Experience with patients requiring skin care.
- Safe practitioner with attention to details.
- Experience of documenting evaluation of care or progress.
- Working with patients who have chronic swelling or wounds.
- Experience of data collection.
Benefits:
- None mentioned
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