Renal Care Assistant

We are actively promoting flexible working options, helping you to manage a work / life balance Job overviewLincolnshire Renal Community TeamPart time posts of 20 hours per week We are looking for a part time health care assistants to join our small renal community team in Lincolnshire. The post is for 20 hours per week to be worked over 3 days between Monday to Sunday between the hours of 8am to 8pm.The post is varied and will involve:• Assisting the trained staff in caring for the patients in their own home and within the unit• Visiting patients to commence their peritoneal dialysis treatment and disconnect them• Performing blood test as required• Performing other tests as requested• Assisting in the clinicsYou will need to have good communication skills, good IT skills and be a team player and able to work on your ownRenal experience is not necessary as full training will be givenCar driver is essential for this roleFor further information please contactJane Meadows Community sister on 07884 187165Main duties of the job Provide clinical and non-clinical support to the multiprofessional team under the direction of an appropriateregistered health care professional. Deliver direct and indirect care as delegated under the direction and supervision of an appropriate registered health care professional.Support the delivery of effective health care to patients/service users by undertaking duties as identified by the multiprofessional team.Undertake specified and unsupervised aspects of care andtherapeutic intervention as delegated by the registered healthcare professional within an agreed protocol, sphere ofresponsibility and after completing appropriate competencybased training agreed by the Trust.Working for our organisationOur new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).We have four primary goals: high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellenceAnd we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:we are compassionate,we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/Detailed job description and main responsibilities Undertake specified direct and indirect care and clinical and therapeutic interventions as delegated by the Registered Nurse/health care professional.Carry out specified delegated clinical care and support consistent with the patients'/ users' plan of care.Deliver unsupervised specified care and interventions as prescribed by an appropriate registered health care professional in accordance with agreed Trust and CMG policies, procedures and protocols.Carry out designated clerical duties as delegated by the Ward/Unit Manager, Registered Nurse/health care professional.Assist and contribute to the efficient use of stock, sundries and resources within own work activities(Please refer to the job description/person specification for further details on the role) Person specificationessential Essential criteria At least 18 months health care experience Desirable criteria Renal experienceExperience in the community settingEssential Essential criteria Good communication skillsEssential Essential criteria Good team workEssential Essential criteria Good organisational skillsAdditional InformationPlease submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you. UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckPlease note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check. The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment. The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.COVID 19 Risk AssessmentDue to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.Covid Vaccination Status Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated. University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities. Employer certification / accreditation badges Applicant requirementsThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Documents to download Health Care Assistant JD (PDF, 526.8KB) Understanding your right to work in the UK (PDF, 1.1MB) Employee Benefits (PDF, 578.5KB)