Healthcare Assistant - Out patients

Administer treatments such as eye drops following appropriate training and competency assessment. Undertake, record and follow clinical procedures and guidelines for tasks for which training has been received. Prepare and maintain clinical environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions. Ensure equipment is clean, safe and ready for use. Maintain accurate patient records and documentation. Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver a high standard of patient-centred care.

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We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.

Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience

Essential: - NVQ 3 in Direct Care or equivalent qualification / experience; - substantial experience as a HCA within a hospital setting

Desirable: - Experience of working in an urgent care environment / out-patient department

Skills and Aptitude

Essential: - Able to confidently work alone at times within the Out Patient department

Knowledge and Abilities

Essential: - Computer literate and ability to use web-based IT programmes