Description
The Gynaecology team at Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust are looking for a motivated and dedicated healthcare assistant to join the Gynaecology Assessment Unit/Early Pregnancy Unit and Gynaecology Outpatients team.
The post holder will work independently as a member of the nursing team in the Gynaecology departments following agreed plans of care pathways. They will provide support for the Registered Nursing staff in maintaining a stable and safe clinical environment across both Gynaecology Outpatients and EPU/GAU.
Responsibilities include:
- Preparing patients and equipment for procedures
- Assisting clinicians and acting as a chaperone during intimate examinations
- Undertaking observations, venepuncture, cannulation, ECGs and other delegated clinical tasks
- Providing compassionate support to patients experiencing early pregnancy complications and other sensitive gynaecological conditions
- Maintaining accurate patient records
- Safely handling specimens and keeping clinical areas clean, organised and appropriately stocked
The salary for this role is £27,106 to £28,850 a year, pro rata (incl HCAS). The post is permanent and part-time.
Essential qualifications and experience include:
- NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent experience)
- Care Certificate
- Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy) GCSE grade A-C/4-9 (or equivalent) in English and Maths
- Evidence of safeguarding training
- Experience of working in a caring environment, either in health, social or voluntary services
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.