Healthcare Assistant

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Oct 13

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry & Junior Level
Healthcare

Requirements

Will you work full shift patterns, including early/late/night shifts and weekends and bank holidays
We will expect your values and behaviours to mirror those of the Trust
Previous experience of dealing with the general public
Care Certificate
Experience in a UK care setting
Experience on a hospital ward
Ability to communicate clearly
Basic numeracy and literacy
Ability to follow clear instructions and feedback from staff
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Evidence of general education, eg GCSE's or equivalent functional skills Level 2 Numeracy and Literacy

Responsibilities

Carrying out assigned tasks as part of clinical team in support of registered nurses
Undertake some aspects of care provision without direct supervision. Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of patients.
Always working in a manner that promotes dignity and human rights through the adoption of person centred care principles.
To assist members of the multi-disciplinary team to maintain patient’s fundamental needs and ensure patient safety.
To carry out duties in support and under supervision of a registered nurse or Nursing Associate.
To participate in direct patient care and other general duties within the clinical area employed.
To provide support and leadership to care assistants and assist with a range of both clinical and non-clinical duties.
To assist with a range of non-clinical duties.
Provide excellent customer care skills to ensure patients come first.
Undertake a range of delegated clinical care duties to deliver agreed plans of care, acting on own initiative.
Mentor and support new to care and Health Care Support Workers on the care certificate and to be a ‘buddy’ to any new starters.
To ensure that patients’ receive high quality clinical care and experience an excellent patient experience whilst using our Trust services, respecting customs, and religious beliefs at all times.
Recognise and avoid situations that may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of the individuals.
To care for enhanced care observation patients as required, under the Trust’s ‘Assessment, Observation and 1:1 Engagement for General Adults, Children and Young People Policy’. This may involve fulfilling the roles and responsibilities of a Mental Health Care Assistant delivering enhanced care observation, once MHCA related training study days have been attended.
To act as an advocate for patients within the department, to ensure a patient orientated approach to the delivery of care and to meet standards within the NHS Plan and other relevant guidelines.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Healthcare Assistant.

What are the working hours for the available positions?

The roles are available as both Full Time and Part Time positions.

Will I be working directly with patients?

Yes, as a Healthcare Assistant, you will participate in direct patient care.

Is prior experience in a UK healthcare setting required?

Yes, current experience working in a UK healthcare setting as an HCA is required.

What is the application process for this role?

Applicants need to apply online as instructed in the job description.

Are there any specific language requirements for this job?

Yes, a high level of spoken and written English language is required.

Will I receive training for the role?

Yes, there are first-class development opportunities and training available for all staff.

What type of tasks will I be responsible for?

You will carry out assigned tasks supporting registered nurses, undertake care provision, and participate in general duties within the clinical area.

Is flexible working supported for this role?

Yes, flexibility in working patterns and hours is encouraged to meet the needs of staff and service users.

Do I need to have specific qualifications to apply?

Yes, evidence of general education, such as GCSEs or equivalent Level 2 Numeracy and Literacy, is required.

Is sponsorship available for this role?

Sponsorship may not be possible if the role does not meet certain criteria set by UKVI.

What values are expected from employees at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust?

Employees are expected to mirror the Trust's values, such as commitment to excellence and working together.

Will I need to work on weekends and bank holidays?

Yes, willingness to work full shifts including weekends and bank holidays is essential.

What skills are required for this position?

Essential skills include clear communication, basic numeracy and literacy, following instructions, and working with minimal supervision.

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Our vision is to be a leader in health and wellbeing, delivering exceptional services for our communities.

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Mission & Purpose

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust (FHFT) has an outstanding reputation and a proud record of achievement. As well as a performing, well led and ambitious Foundation Trust, we have exciting times ahead of us. The Trust’s vision is to lead in delivering exceptional health and well being services to our communities. Turning our vision into reality, we are continuing to make significant invest in our infrastructure and facilities, striving for excellence and empowering our people to deliver excellence. Providing a supportive, dynamic MDT working environment, allowing our teams to deliver high quality patient care and achieving work life balance, whilst encouraging continuous professional development. We are proud of the ambitions laid out in our strategy, Our Future FHFT, including our vision to be a leader in Health & Wellbeing, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Services are delivered from three main hospital sites: Frimley Park Hospital (Camberley) Heatherwood Hospital (Ascot) Wexham Park Hospital (Slough) Additionally, the Trust delivers outpatient and diagnostic services from Aldershot, Farnham, Fleet, Windsor, Maidenhead and Bracknell bringing a range of services closer to these communities. We are also proud to host the Defence Medical Group South East at Frimley Park with military surgical, medical and nursing personnel working alongside the hospital's NHS staff providing care to patients in all specialties. We have also made significant investment in our quality improvement and digital programmes to support our vision and we will ensure that we achieve our aim of providing the highest quality healthcare to our patients. Our new EPR – Epic – went live in June 2022 and we are already beginning to reap the benefits of this ambitious investment. Our three core values, and the behaviours that support them, guide everything we do and set out what we expect of our staff in the way they treat patients.