Healthcare Assistant - Huddersfield, United Kingdom - Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
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Huddersfield, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Working for the nursing team within radiology, for patients attending radiology for interventional procedures

Assisting the radiologist with non
- vascular interventional procedures, such as drains, biopsies and aspirations, within all modalities in radiology.

  • To be part of the clinical team working within the radiology department
  • To work without direct supervision using own initiative within the level of competency set down for this post.
  • Recording and monitoring of vital signs
  • Assisting with the admission and discharge of patients in the day case units within radiology
  • Preparation of equipment and stocking up
  • Recording of procedures and post procedural care on EPR
Patient preparation

  • Assisting patients with the actives of daily living
  • Effective communication with patients and colleagues
  • To ensure that patient privacy and dignity are respected at all times
Undertake all clinical duties required.

  • Ensure that all queries are attended to as soon as possible, answering the telephone efficiently, conveying any messages to the appropriate personnel.
  • Ensure that patient care is optimised by communicating relevant information in a timely and accurate fashion.
  • To ensure and maintain cleanliness and organisation in all areas of the ward in line with infection control audits and regular inspections.
  • Promote the professional image of the Trust by maintaining at all times a neat appearance and helpful manner, paying particular attention to the need to deliver high standards of care, in accordance with the Trust's policy quality standards and the Patient's Charter.
  • Ensure that at all times the policies and working practices of the Trust are observed particularly in relation to confidentiality.
Working within the one culture of care for CHFT. Working to strive for excellence and uphold the core values and behaviours of the trust.

3.1 Clinical Duties

  • To be part of the clinical team working within the radiology department
  • To work without direct supervision using own initiative within the level of competency set down for this post.
  • Recording and monitoring of vital signs
  • Assisting with the admission and discharge of patients in the day case units within radiology
  • Preparation of equipment and stocking up
  • Recording of procedures and post procedural care on EPR
Patient preparation

  • Assisting patients with the actives of daily living
  • Effective communication with patients and colleagues
  • To ensure that patient privacy and dignity are respected at all times
Undertake all clinical duties required.

  • Ensure that all queries are attended to as soon as possible, answering the telephone efficiently, conveying any messages to the appropriate personnel.
  • Ensure that patient care is optimised by communicating relevant information in a timely and accurate fashion.
  • To ensure and maintain cleanliness and organisation in all areas of the ward in line with infection control audits and regular inspections.
  • Promote the professional image of the Trust by maintaining at all times a neat appearance and helpful manner, paying particular attention to the need to deliver high standards of care, in accordance with the Trust's policy quality standards and the Patient's Charter.
  • Ensure that at all times the policies and working practices of the Trust are observed particularly in relation to confidentiality.
3.2 Professional Duties

  • Demonstrates own skills and responsibilities to other members of staff.
  • Is an effective team member.
  • Participates in the implementation of new policies & guidelines under the guidance of the lead nurse.
3.3 Managerial Duties

  • Participates in risk assessments, so that near misses and incidents are reported correctly.
  • Provides assistance and support to qualified team members within their scope of knowledge and ability.
  • Completes orders for stock and nonstock requirements and maintains adequate stocks levels.
  • Performs electronic documentation on EPR including the admission of new patients arriving on the unit.
  • Undertakes errands as required.
  • Assists in the overall tidiness of the unit.
  • Assist nursing staff as required with cleaning, tidying and preparation of any clinical duties.
  • Works within own capability in a professional manner
3.4 Financial Duties

  • To demonstrate an awareness of utilising resources effectively and to share ideas with their line manager of any cost releasing efficiency savings
3.5 Managing Self

  • Participate in regular supervision.
  • Attend all mandatory training.
  • Participate annually identifying, developing and agreeing your own development plan with your Line Manager using the Trust Appraisal.
  • Comply with all Trust policies, procedures and protocols.
  • Carry out duties with due regard to the Trust's Equal Opportunity Policy.
  • Seek advice and support from Line Manager whenever necessary.
  • Maintain professional conduct including appearance at all times.
  • Ensure maintenance of Professional Registration.
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