Are you keen to work in Women’s Health in the outpatient setting? Are you looking for a new challenge?
This role will allow you to grow and develop in the Gynaecology setting. The successful candidate will be a good communicator who enjoys working with people in a varied clinical environment caring for patients going through a variety of Gynaecology issues.
As a Healthcare Assistant-Receptionist in Gynaecology you will support the Nursing and Clinical teams to deliver high quality care to women on the Gynaecology outpatient setting, which includes, Early Pregnancy, Colposcopy, Hysteroscopy, Two Week Rule (Rapid Access), Uro-Gynaecology and General Gynaecology clinics. This will be through a mixture of clinical and reception shifts.
This is an exciting opportunity as we continue to embrace new developments and opportunities within Women’s Health. You will be supported to develop the skills and competencies necessary for this role.
This will be a part-time post working, advertised as 24hrs. There will be a varied shift pattern, Monday-Friday, consisting of Earlies, Lates and Long-Days (9.5hrs or 5hrs).
- To actively take part in meeting the needs of the patients under the supervision of a qualified nurse, working within the Trust's policies and procedures and the philosophy of the department.
- To work in a team with qualified nurses, medical, healthcare professionals and other support staff.
- To report all incidents/accidents involving patients and staff to the qualified nurse and to assist in any enquiries.
- To understand role and participate in control of infection.
- To participate in quality assurance programmes as require.
- Taking an recording of temperature, pulse and respirations on instruction from the qualified nurse.
- Recording the results appropriately and reporting back.
- Collecting and disposing of body waste. Testing urine and stool specimens and recording results and appropriately reporting any abnormalities to the nurse in charge.
- Under the supervision of a qualified nurse, support patients undergoing clinical procedures ensuring their comfort and safety.
- Carry out appropriate patient observations and procedures under supervision and with relevant training.
- On arrival, check-patients in using the patient information system and complete other reception duties including booking of appointments when appropriate, completing clinic outcomes and supporting day-to-day operational running of the department.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop.
We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do. We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Roz Lewry Job title: Gynaecology Matron Email address:
[email protected] Telephone number: 07500097774
Informal visits are encouraged. Please make contact with us using the details above.
Contact Email For Roz Lewry
[email protected]Or call: 01903 205 111 ext 84411 or 01243 788 122 ext 32953