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    This job description is for a Health Care Assistant working in the Pre-operative Assessment Unit of Birmingham Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The role involves assisting nurses in preparing patients for assessment by taking vitals, performing phlebotomy and ECGs, and providing basic patient care. Key responsibilities include clinical duties like recording patient information, undertaking tests and procedures, and assisting nurses. Administrative duties involve sorting test results, stock control, and receptionist duties as needed. The position requires experience in a healthcare setting, good communication skills, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

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    This job description is for a Health Care Assistant working in the Pre-operative Assessment Unit of Birmingham Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The role involves assisting nurses in preparing patients for assessment by taking vitals, performing phlebotomy and ECGs, and providing basic patient care. Key responsibilities include clinical duties like recording patient information, undertaking tests and procedures, and assisting nurses. Administrative duties involve sorting test results, stock control, and receptionist duties as needed. The position requires experience in a healthcare setting, good communication skills, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

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    This job description is for a Health Care Assistant working in the Pre-operative Assessment Unit of Birmingham Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The role involves assisting nurses in preparing patients for assessment by taking vitals, performing phlebotomy and ECGs, and providing basic patient care. Key responsibilities include clinical duties like recording patient information, undertaking tests and procedures, and assisting nurses. Administrative duties involve sorting test results, stock control, and receptionist duties as needed. The position requires experience in a healthcare setting, good communication skills, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

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    14-GY-14 - HCA Band 3

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    This job description is for a Health Care Assistant working in the Pre-operative Assessment Unit of Birmingham Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The role involves assisting nurses in preparing patients for assessment by taking vitals, performing phlebotomy and ECGs, and providing basic patient care. Key responsibilities include clinical duties like recording patient information, undertaking tests and procedures, and assisting nurses. Administrative duties involve sorting test results, stock control, and receptionist duties as needed. The position requires experience in a healthcare setting, good communication skills, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

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    JOB DESCRIPTION

    Job Title:
    Grade:

    Health Care Assistant, Pre-operative Assessment Unit

    Agenda for Change Band 3

    Reports to

    Department Manager with continuing responsibility for


    the Department

    Key Working
    Relationships:

    Patients, relatives, Nursing and Clerical staff, and other


    members of the multi professional team.

    Location:

    Birmingham Womens NHS Foundation Trust


    Pre-operative Assessment Department

    JOB SUMMARY
    Assist all members of the pre-operative assessment team
    to deliver a high standard of care to patients, working
    regularly without direct supervision but with guidance
    from a Registered Nurse by preparing patients for
    assessment.
    To undertake phlebotomy for patients from within the
    gynaecology directorate.
    Undertake duties to support the efficient organisation of
    the Department.

    PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES


    This Job Outline highlights the main areas of responsibility for the post and is not
    exhaustive. It is expected that in line with the development of the Trust, additional
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    responsibilities that are commensurate to the role will be added to this role outline to
    reflect the changing environment of the Trust as an NHS organisation.
    Clinical Responsibilities
    Following training and demonstration of competency, assist in the assessment
    process of patients pre-operatively by undertaking the following
    Record and evaluate an ECG at rest within the department and also within
    the gynaecology directorate where necessary.
    Undertake and record weight, height, vital signs including blood pressure.
    Undertake urinalysis including pregnancy testing.
    Undertake phlebotomy within the department and also within the
    gynaecology directorate where necessary.
    Assist with the care of patients within the department.
    Participate in the reception, care, transfer and discharge of patients from the
    department.
    Support Nursing staff by preparing notes for clinic.
    Sort through all results received in the department and ensure they are dealt with
    appropriately.
    Undertake receptionist duties in the absence of the receptionist.
    Use computerised systems after receiving appropriate supervised training
    Communicate courteously with patients, relatives and visitors
    Assist in the development and maintenance of a congenial environment on the
    department so as to create an atmosphere to minimise patients anxieties

    Ensure all personal practice is carried out in line with infection control policies.

    Will work closely with the staff in the department, Gynaecology Matrons, Head of
    Nursing and clinicians in embedding the principles of Clinical Governance and
    standards for better health in order to maintain/improve and develop high
    standards of patient care, and thereby ensure that patients are treated with
    privacy, dignity and respect.
    Place patient experience at the core of service delivery through implementation
    and continued monitoring of essence of care standards, Patient involvement &
    experience strategy and patient satisfaction surveys.
    Actively promote diversity and equality. Generate and sustain relationships
    Keep accurate, adequate and up to date records in accordance with the Trust
    policies.
    Other Responsibilities
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    Support the department Manager is maintaining a clean environment in all patient


    areas, including undertaking all necessary environmental checks and rules of
    infection control are observed.
    Assist in ensuring stock levels are maintained in all areas within the department
    and stock is stored appropriately.
    Assist in the checking of all equipment as required.
    Report all accidents and untoward incidents to a qualified member of staff in line
    with policy
    Comply with Health and Safety policies with particular regard to the rules and
    procedures carried out in the event of fire or other emergencies.
    Comply with all policies, procedures and guidelines as laid down by the
    Birmingham Womens Trust.
    Undertake any other reasonable duties, which may be required as delegated by a
    qualified nurse, which are commensurate with the grade and nature of the post,
    to meet the needs of the service. This will include cover of appropriate duties
    during the absences of colleagues.
    Be aware of the need for confidentiality, both with the written and spoken word,
    and to ensure that the rights and dignity of patients are protected at all times.
    Training and Education
    Attend relevant in-service education sessions, Compulsory Training to include:
    Hospital Life Support (annual)
    Fire Safety Lecture (annual)
    Patient Handling
    Hand Hygiene and Infection Control
    Information Governance
    Conflict resolution training
    Use of relevant equipment
    Attend and contribute to Department meetings regularly
    Support the development of Clinical Supervision through participation and
    contribution.
    Research and Audit
    Maintain an awareness of and participate in any clinical audit carried out in the
    department
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    GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


    a.
    Health and Safety
    All Trust employees are required to comply with relevant health and Safety
    legislation and the Trusts Health and Safety Policies. In accordance with sections, 6
    and 8 of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1964 employees must:
    Take reasonable care of their own and others health and safety whilst at
    work
    Co-operate with their employer to enable the employer to comply with the
    Act
    Not to intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided
    in the interests of health and safety.
    b.
    Infection Control
    The Trust is committed to minimising any risks of healthcare associated infection to
    patients, visitors and staff. All employees are required to be familiar with and comply
    with Infection Prevention and Control policies relevant to their area of work and must
    attend Infection Control training commensurate to their role.
    c.
    Confidentiality
    Personal information relating to patients and staff is confidential and must be treated
    as such at all times. It is condition of your employment that you will not use, misuse
    or disclose any confidential information obtained during the course of your
    employment (except where such disclosure and/or use is authorised by the Trust).
    Contravention of this condition will be regarded as a serious disciplinary matter. In
    the case of computerised information, contravention could result in a prosecution for
    an offence or action for civil damages under the Data Protection Act 1998 and the
    Caldecott Guardianship of patient information, and may lead to disciplinary action.
    d.
    Conflict of Interest
    The Trust is responsible for ensuring that the services provided for patients in its
    care meet the highest standard. Equally, it is responsible for ensuring that staff do
    not abuse their official position for personal gain or to benefit their family and friends.
    The Trusts Standing Orders require any officer to declare any interest, direct or
    indirect with contracts involving the Trust. Staff are not allowed to further their private
    interests in the course of their NHS duties.
    e.
    NHS Managers Code of Conduct
    Members of staff who work in roles that provide leadership and management within
    teams, directorates or the Trust as an organisation will be issued with the NHS
    Managers Code of Conduct.
    Birmingham Womens NHS Foundation Trust expects its managers and leaders to
    act consistently with the standards outlined within the code of conduct as well as
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    providing support and encouragement to our colleagues in maintaining the key


    standards of the NHS Managers Code of Conduct.

    Trust Values
    The Trust Values are a set of principles of behaviour describing our commitment to
    patients and each other. The aim of the Trust Values is to generate a culture of care,
    respect, and good communication.
    Birmingham Womens NHS Foundation Trust expects its staff to act accordingly
    within these values.
    At Birmingham Womens Hospital We will:

    Be friendly polite and helpful


    Listen to you
    Be welcoming and caring and
    professional
    Keep you informed and explain what is
    happening
    Treat everybody equally with dignity and
    respect
    Treat you the way you would like to be

    SPECIFIC TO POST
    Status of Post:

    Permanent

    Annual Salary: 16,271-19,268


    Hours of Duty: 22.5 hours per week
    Leave Entitlement:

    As for Agenda for Change

    Bank Holidays:

    As for Agenda for Change

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    PERSON SPECIFICATION
    HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT PRE-OPERATIVE ASSESSMENT

    Job Title:

    DEPARTMENT

    Grade:

    Agenda for Change Band 3

    Reports to:

    Department Manager
    Essential

    Assessment
    method

    Desirable

    Proven Literacy and Numeracy skills


    NVQ level 3

    Qualifications

    Experience

    Knowledge
    and Skills

    Training and competency in Phlebotomy

    GCSE English
    and Maths

    Training and competency to record and


    evaluate an ECG at rest.
    18 Months experience of working in in a
    Healthcare setting.
    Good communication skills- verbal nonverbal and written.

    AF
    T

    I, AF

    I AF R

    I AF

    Empathy with patients & visitors


    Understanding of confidentiality
    Committed to maintaining and delivering
    high standards of care.
    Demonstrates an awareness of trust
    Values
    Approachable friendly manner

    Personal
    Qualities

    Enthusiastic
    Able to work with minimum supervision

    Practical
    Requirement
    s for the post

    Genuine interest in Womens Health


    Ability to work all required shifts.
    Able to undertake all aspects of the role
    including Manual handling.

    Key:
    AF Application Form I Interview/selection process
    T basic literacy /numeracy test.

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    Prepared by: Mary Clarke Matron Gynaecology Inpatient Services


    Date: 28th November 2013

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