Healthcare Assistant - Dean Medical Practice, Coleford

G DOC Ltd

Skilled Worker, A ratingColeford, GL16 8RH, UKPosted 4 weeks ago

Job Description

Duties specific to role

Clinical procedures (only to be performed once trained and assessed as competent)

Venepuncture

BP/Pulse Temperatures
Simple dressings
Urinalysis
Ear syringing
Collect and prepare swabs and samples
Blood glucose monitoring
Record ECGs
Process blood samples for INR test analysis
Act as chaperone
Assist GPs and practice nurses with procedures
NHS health checks
Diabetic foot checks
Immunisations (under supervision of prescriber)
Support patients with management of long-term conditions
Support patients with lifestyle advice and education
Other
Stock control and management
Supporting nursing team with infection prevention and control
Checking, maintenance and calibration of equipment and fridges Preparation & maintenance of clinical rooms
Maintain Cold Chain procedures
Segregation and disposal of waste materials
Decontamination of instruments and clinical equipment
General
To undertake the procedures listed above
To complete all associated documentation
To mentor and train new members of staff (once fully trained in role)
To be sensitive to the needs of service users whilst performing an invasive procedure.
To maintain and ensure effective and efficient use of consumable equipment..
To undertake all duties and responsibilities, at all times in compliance with the local policies and procedures.
To behave at all times with courtesy and consideration to colleagues and service users.

Working conditions

Frequent, prolonged VDU use

Time-pressured environment

High levels of accuracy and attention to detail essential at all times

Exposure to distressing situations and written material

Exposure to body fluids and needles

Potential exposure to blood-borne viruses

Requirement to wear uniform

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

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