Job Description

SWFT Clinical Services Limited are looking for HealthCare Assistant to join our bank staff within our private patient unit, The Grafton Suite, at Stratford Hospital in at Stratford-upon-Avon.



The position will be offered on a zero-hour contract basis.



We welcome all healthcare background, however theatre experience in advantageous.



SWFT Clinical Services Limited is seeking a Health Care Assistant (HCA) to work within The Grafton Suite at Stratford Hospital in Stratford-upon-Avon.



We have vacancies for Health Care Assistant posts (Bank), with a range of interests and experience, including ophthalmology and dermatology.



Theatre experience is preferred, and experience of working in a health care environment is essential, to deliver a high standard of nursing care to day patients undergoing surgical or medical treatment



Shifts will usually be Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm



SWFT Clinical Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of the South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust (SWFT). The company provides a number of services such as outpatient pharmacy facilities at Warwick, Stratford upon Avon, George Eliot, University Hospital of Coventry and Warwickshire and St Cross (Rugby) hospitals; estates and facilities management at Warwick, Stratford upon Avon and Ellen Badger hospitals, Acorn House and Lillington Health Hub; private patient service and consultancy services to NHS Trusts.



Subject to the Company and individual's performance, an annual discretionary bonus will be awarded.



There is automatic enrolment to the Company pension scheme, with the Company contributing 5%.



A benefits package is available to the appointed candidate upon successful completion of the six month probationary period. This gives access to benefits such as a car lease scheme; Home & Electronics scheme; discounted leisure and travel; retail discounts and a cycle to work scheme.



There is also access to a 24/7, 365 days a year Employee Assistance Programme to support colleagues who may be facing some tough times or they need extra support with their mental well-being.



To undertake all duties in line with training and instruction provided by the nursing team



Assist at clinics, greeting patients and providing refreshments as required



Assist nursing staff in the preparation and support of patients prior to, during and after clinical activities



Chaperoning and assisting patients to dress/undress as required



Contribute to the effectiveness of the patient journey ensuring that their privacy and dignity is maintained at all times.



To act as a runner and assist the theatre scrub nurse during operations and procedures



To perform ophthalmic testing such as OCT and Visual Field Analysis after suitable training



Assist in maintaining a safe, clean and tidy environment for patient care



Ensure correct collection of clinical waste and appropriate storage prior to disposal



Maintain adequate clinical stock levels and medical stationary in each room



To use patient management system for patient searches as required by consultants and the nursing team



Undertake clerical duties as necessary e.g. reception, notes preparation, adding patient details to patient management system and photocopying to ensure smooth running of the department



To answer phone calls and take messages as required



To work safely at all times in accordance with legislative requirements and clinic policy and procedures



Undertake and receive the appropriate training for specific tasks as delegated by the General Manager or Senior Nurse, whilst continuing to work within company policies and procedures



The post holder will acknowledge their limitations/concerns in relation to any task delegated to them that they do not feel competent to perform



To complete mandatory training on an annual basis



This job list is not exhaustive and may be adjusted periodically after review and consultation. You will also be expected to carry out any reasonable duties which may be requested from time to time.