Job overview

We are inviting applications for a HCA/HCSW for Main Outpatient Department in Braintree Community Hospital. 

BCH Outpatient Department runs 14 different speacility clinics.The department runs Consultant and Nurse led clinics daily as well as providing support for AHP clinics within our area.

The work is stimulating, varied and challenging, and the ideal candidate should be a motivated, team focused member of staff who enjoys providing excellent patient care and has a passionate approach to their work. 

Candidates must have excellent communication skills and an empathetic and calming approach. Computer literacy skills are desirable but not essential initially, however it will be a requirement and willingness to develop will be essential.

As a satellite site, we also support other relevant OPD departments in Broomfield Hospital when needed, thus travelling and working on both sites is an expectaiton.

Main duties of the job

 As a member of the Care Team, you will assist qualified staff in delivering a caring and effective, patient focused service in keeping with the aims, objectives and standards of the Trust

You will assist with the maintenance of a safe care environment including preparing and clearing  rooms and equipment with particular reference to infection control and safe working environment for patients, visitors and staff

Under guidance from qualified staff, you will ensure that sensitive and appropriate clinical care is delivered to meet individuals’ needs, respecting personal dignity and beliefs

You will ensure that information is handled and exchanged with care, accuracy and sensitivity, maintaining patient confidentiality at all times

You will ensure that effective communication is maintained within care team and between other care teams, patients, relatives and visitors

 You will support the RN in assessment of patients, running of Clinics and minor Operation lists (Broomfield)

You will perform clinical duties under the supervision of registered Nurse

You will orientate patients and relatives to the Department environment

You will follow plan of care, and report any changes in the patient’s condition

You will be encouraged to contribute  suggestions and ideas for action to improve the service

You will report results of any intervention

You will liaise with other departments and members of the multidisciplinary team as directed by the nurse in charge.

Working for our organisation

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people. We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook – if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.

We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.