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Experienced Advanced Healthcare Assistant

3 months ago


Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job Overview

The landscape of healthcare is evolving, with a stronger focus on community-centered services. This is an opportune moment to become part of a transformative healthcare environment.

We are committed to a holistic approach to patient care, addressing not just medical conditions but the overall well-being of individuals.

We are seeking a motivated and flexible Advanced Healthcare Assistant to become a vital member of our supportive and innovative team.

In this role, you will collaborate with a dedicated team focused on enhancing the health and wellness of individuals in the community. Our patient demographic is diverse, often presenting complex health requirements. As a healthcare assistant, your contributions will be essential in promoting independence and quality of life for our patients.

Our community nursing teams work closely with local Primary Care Networks to ensure that patient care is comprehensive and integrated. We prioritize understanding our patients' needs, fostering relationships that go beyond mere treatment.

Key Responsibilities

As a healthcare assistant, you will deliver care to individuals in their homes and in residential facilities, following care plans established in collaboration with nursing teams.

Your responsibilities will include:

· Collaborating with a team to provide care to patients and their families

· Assessing the quality of care being provided

· Offering constructive feedback to management regarding care standards.

You will work with patients of various ages, with a significant focus on the elderly, those recently discharged from healthcare facilities, individuals with terminal illnesses, or those with physical disabilities.

As a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant , your role will involve ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals at home. You will implement care plans designed to support those living independently, in care facilities, or other environments, ensuring a positive experience for service users.

Working Environment

Our organization has received an 'outstanding' rating from the CQC, reflecting our commitment to high-quality patient care and services aimed at improving community health. We are in search of exceptional individuals who align with our values: Compassionate, Aspirational, Responsive, and Excellent.

We recognize that a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion enhances patient care and fosters a more fulfilling workplace. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

We collect information regarding your protected characteristics on our application forms, which remains confidential during the recruitment process, except for those opting into the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. This ensures fair consideration for all applicants.

Our data collection practices support our goal of attracting a diverse applicant pool and ensuring equitable access to career opportunities, contributing to our mission of being a Great Place to Work.

As a flexible working-friendly organization, we aim to accommodate your work preferences while meeting the needs of our patients. We encourage discussions about flexible working arrangements that respect your personal and family commitments.

Detailed Job Description and Responsibilities

The job description and person specification provide comprehensive information about this role. Please review the criteria in the person specification and detail your relevant experiences in your application. If you require an application form in a different format, please inform our recruitment team.

For any inquiries, the recruiting manager is available to assist you.

Given the volume of applications for certain roles, we recommend submitting your application promptly. A vacancy may close early if there is significant interest.

At our organization, we strongly encourage all colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated, ensuring the safety of our staff and the patients we serve.

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We look forward to welcoming you to our team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential Criteria

Relevant level 3 qualification (NVQ/ QCF Diploma or certificate of care / Advanced apprenticeship) or equivalent or working towards Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C or equivalent in English and Maths)

Experience

Essential Criteria

Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Healthcare Assistant/ Worker in a health or social care setting Experience of working as part of a team Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (EPay / E-roster/ AT-P/ CIS)

Desirable Criteria

Experience in a community nursing environment

Skills and Attributes

Essential Criteria

Strong communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written). Ability to organize own work Ability to adapt to change Ability to use initiative Moderate IT skills.

Driving License

Essential Criteria

Currently hold a valid UK driving license.

Ability to Manage

Essential Criteria

Ability to prioritize care delivery in a professional manner, considering Trust policies and procedures. Ability to manage own time effectively. Flexible and adaptable.

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