About this role
Healthcare Assistant- Sexual Health
Job Introduction Are you a compassionate Healthcare Assistant looking to develop your clinical skills within sexual health services? Are you comfortable supporting people with sensitive health needs in a confidential, respectful and non-judgemental way? If so, we would love to hear from you.
We are looking for a dedicated Sexual Health Healthcare Assistant to join our multidisciplinary team in Nuneaton. You will support the delivery of safe, inclusive and high-quality sexual health services to a diverse patient population across Coventry and Warwickshire.
This is a varied and rewarding Band 3 role in which you will work alongside experienced clinical colleagues, undertake a range of delegated clinical activities and help patients feel informed, respected and supported throughout their care.
Package Description
As a Sexual Health Healthcare Assistant, you will be part of our valued team based at:
Nuneaton Sexual Health Clinic
Bond House, Unit 1
42 Newdegate Street
Nuneaton
CV11 4EU
This is a part-time Band 3 role working 26.5 hours per week.
The service operates between 8am and 8pm. You will work an agreed rota within these operating hours, including weekends on a rotational basis. Flexibility to travel between Coventry and Warwickshire service locations will also be required.
We offer:
A salary of £25,500-£27,098 FTE, pro rata for 26.5 hours per week and dependent on experience, with access to our group pensionFree tea, coffee and milk at your base locationMembership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on everyday purchases, cashback and voucher offersAccess to your wages as you earn them to help cover life's emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high-interest ratesOnline and face-to-face support for your mental and physical wellbeing, from healthy recipes and activity challenges to counselling, debt and legal supportAccess to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and continuing professional development through our Outstanding Learning Enterprise teamAn open and just culture where you are encouraged to share and implement ideas, backed by ringfenced innovation funding each year Job Introduction
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Sexual Health Healthcare Assistant to join the Coventry and Warwickshire Sexual Health Service.
Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will undertake a range of delegated clinical activities to support the assessment, screening and care of patients accessing our services.
Following appropriate training, completion of competency assessments and within the agreed boundaries of the role, you may undertake activities including phlebotomy, urinalysis, pregnancy testing, specimen collection and microscopy. You will also help patients understand self-testing processes and provide approved health information and signposting.
You will maintain patient confidentiality, promote privacy and dignity and help create a safe, inclusive and non-judgemental environment. Any clinical questions or concerns outside the scope of the role must be escalated to an appropriate registered clinician.
If you are committed to providing compassionate care and are interested in developing your skills within sexual health services, this could be a rewarding next step for you.
Main Responsibilities
Following appropriate training, completion of competency assessments and with support from registered clinical colleagues, you will:
Follow all policies, procedures and clinical protocols relevant to the roleReport concerns, incidents or issues promptly to the appropriate clinical or operational leadProvide a professional and welcoming first point of contact for patients accessing asymptomatic screening servicesSupport patients to understand the screening process and escalate clinical questions appropriatelyUndertake phlebotomy following successful completion of the required training and competency assessmentUndertake urinalysis and pregnancy testing as directed by clinical colleaguesExplain approved self-testing procedures for STIs and other relevant conditionsUndertake microscopy following approved training and competency assessment, recording and reporting findings to the clinician responsible for the patient's careSupport the correct collection, labelling, handling and recording of specimensProvide approved information about safer-*** practices and sources of further advice and supportProvide condom demonstrations and appropriate supporting informationAssist clinical colleagues during consultations and procedures where requiredRecord observations including blood pressure, height, weight and BMI when requested and appropriately trainedMaintain accurate, timely and confidential patient recordsEnsure clinical rooms and equipment are prepared, clean and appropriately stockedMaintain patients' privacy, dignity and confidentiality at all timesWork collaboratively with clinical, administrative and operational colleaguesParticipate in training and development relevant to the roleWork within your level of competence and seek support whenever required Please see the attached job description for the full list of responsibilities.
What we are looking for
Essential qualifications
NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care, or an equivalent relevant qualification Essential experience and knowledge
Recent experience in a patient-facing, care or customer-service environmentUnderstanding of confidentiality, privacy and dignityAwareness of equality, diversity and inclusive working practicesUnderstanding of the importance of working within agreed procedures and professional boundariesCommitment to maintaining accurate records and high standards of patient care Essential skills and abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to communicate sensitively and without judgementAbility to provide individualised and compassionate supportStrong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise your workloadGood attention to detailAbility to follow clinical instructions, policies and proceduresAbility to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary teamAbility to remain calm and professional in a busy environmentWillingness to undertake training and complete the competencies required for the role Personal qualities
Compassionate, patient and trustworthyRespectful and professionalFlexible and adaptable to changing service needs...