About this role
Job summary
Primary Care Sheffield is expanding its innovative ADHD service and is seeking a motivated and compassionate Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to support the delivery of high-quality care for patients receiving treatment for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the postholder will play a key role in delivering routine physical health monitoring and biometric assessments for patients prescribed ADHD medication. This role supports the safe management of ADHD treatment pathways within primary care and contributes to improving patient access to timely monitoring and review.
Main duties of the job
Undertake biometric and physical health assessments for patients receiving ADHD treatment, including:
Blood pressure monitoring Pulse and cardiovascular observations Height, weight, and BMI measurements Other agreed physical health checks in line with clinical protocols
About us
As an employee of Primary Care Sheffield you will be committed to PCSs organisational values:
Openness: ensuring transparency sharing knowledge and welcoming feedback
Person Centred: Being empathic and understanding of the individual
Innovative: Embracing change and inquisitive of new solutions
Ambitious: Working towards the best for Sheffield and its people
Empowering: Actively engaging staff, our population and partner organisations in improving the health and wellbeing of Sheffield people.
Job description Job responsibilities
Job Summary
Working strictly in accordance with specific Hub protocols in the delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Undertake biometric and physical health assessments for patients receiving ADHD treatment, including: Blood pressure monitoringPulse and cardiovascular observationsHeight, weight, and BMI measurementsOther agreed physical health checks in line with clinical protocolsPhlebotomy
Blood Pressure Checks NHS Health Checks Diabetic Foot Checks Medical Photography -training can be provided. Chaperoning duties Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/nurses Sterilising, cleansing and maintenance of surgical equipment Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms as necessary Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well-being
Note: This job description is not exhaustive and may be added to or changed to from time to time following discussion and consultation with the post holder and line manager
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant within a healthcare setting. Experience undertaking basic clinical observations and physical health assessments. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently whilst recognising professional boundaries. Competent IT skills and experience using electronic patient record systems. Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centred care.
Desirable
Experience working within primary care or community services. Knowledge of ADHD and neurodevelopmental pathways. Experience supporting long-term condition monitoring. Understanding of safeguarding and clinical governance requirements.
Qualifications Essential
NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care -or equivalent experience.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Primary Care Sheffield
Address Primary Care Sheffield Ltd
Darnall Primary Care Centre
290 Main Road
Sheffield
S9 4QH
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.primarycaresheffield.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)