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Healthcare Assistant

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare

Requirements

  • - The individual must be enthusiastic, committed, compassionate and have experienced working with service users experiencing psychosis.
  • - The candidate applying for this role should not require visa sponsorship now or in the future.
  • - Physical health checks are one of the core interventions for clients under and EIP team.

Responsibilities

  • - Contributing to healthcare under the supervision of a registered member of staff providing a recovery focused approach to physical, psychological, social, recreational and spiritual care to service users.
  • - Carrying out duties as designated by the Team Leader and reporting on the patient’s condition.
  • - Maintaining the orderliness, hygiene and safety of the unit/ community environment.
  • - Undertaking routine clerical duties.
  • - Being responsible for the EIP physical health needs of service users provision as part of the 7 core intervention.
  • - Taking blood pressure, blood glucose, height / weight, cholesterol checks, general physical checks as required.
  • - Liaising with GP’s around blood test results.
  • - Carrying out physical health checks for young people and working age adults under the EIP team.

FAQs

What is the duration of the contract for this position?

The contract for this position is for a fixed term of 6 months, with the possibility of extension subject to funding.

Is prior experience with service users experiencing psychosis required for this role?

While prior experience is preferred, support will be provided for candidates who do not have this experience.

What are the main responsibilities of the Healthcare Assistant in this role?

The main responsibilities include contributing to healthcare under the supervision of registered staff, providing a recovery-focused approach to care, carrying out physical health checks, maintaining the hygiene and safety of the environment, and undertaking routine clerical duties.

Will the Healthcare Assistant need to visit service users' homes?

Yes, the successful candidate may be required to visit service users' homes as per service needs.

Is visa sponsorship available for this position?

No, the candidate applying for this role should not require visa sponsorship now or in the future.

What specific physical health checks will the post holder be responsible for?

The post holder will carry out checks such as blood pressure, blood glucose, height/weight, cholesterol checks, and general physical checks as required.

Who can be contacted for further details or informal visits regarding this position?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Sherwyn Nurse, Team Manager, at Sherwyn.Nurse@westlondon.nhs.uk.

What is the Trust's rating by the Care Quality Commission?

The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission, with forensic services rated as ‘Outstanding’.

What types of services does West London NHS Trust provide?

West London NHS Trust provides a range of mental health and physical healthcare services, including high secure services, low and medium secure services, and community healthcare across three London boroughs.

West London NHS Trust is one the most diverse providers of NHS mental and physical health care in the UK.

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Mission & Purpose

West London NHS Trust provides mental health, community, and social care services across West London. The trust's mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care that supports mental well-being and physical health. Their purpose is to improve the lives of individuals and communities by offering comprehensive healthcare services, focusing on recovery and promoting mental health awareness. They aim to provide personalised care that respects the dignity and needs of each patient.

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