Role Summary
The post-holder will be part of the Sexual Health team, working under the supervision of qualified nursing staff. They will assist in the care of patients within the department and carry out general duties to enable the effective running of clinics including entering data as necessary. To carry out clinical and non-clinical duties as required by the department i.e. chaperoning medical and nursing staff. The post holder will be responsible for the preparation of the clinical area and assisting colleagues in performing genital biopsies, IUD/ IUS fits, Nexplanon insertion and removals and other medical / contraceptive procedures.
About the Role
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More detail about the role
Clinical Support Worker Band 2 - Sexual Health
We are looking to recruit a part-time, Band 2 Clinical Support Worker to join the expanding team in this busy sexual health department. This is a substantive post, 22.5 hours per week.
Working under the supervision of qualified nursing and medical staff, the post-holder will assist in the care of patients within the department and carry out general duties to enable the effective running of clinics. This will include a range of clinical and non-clinical tasks, such as: chaperoning patients during clinical examinations and procedures, undertaking venepuncture, stocking clinic rooms, ordering clinical supplies, filing results and entering data.
Previous experience working in sexual health or any related health field is desirable but not essential as training can be given. However, an ability to deal professionally and sensitively with the general public is essential. We work with a diverse range of patients, and the post-holder must be non-judgemental with excellent communication skills, and a positive, self-motivated attitude.
The clinics are based in Exeter city centre and surrounding locality areas. Applicants for this post need to be able to manage a demanding workload, and have the flexibility to work within the needs of the service, to include some evenings and potential weekend work.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
- Good written & verbal communication skills
- Experience of working with the general public
- Non-judgemental, positive, self-motivated attitude, with a good understanding of confidentiality
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to undertake venepuncture or willingness to undertake training
Please note: We do expect a high number of applications for this position and therefore the closing date may be brought forward. We would therefore suggest you submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in this position.
For any enquiries with regard to the post, please contact: frances.mutter@nhs.net
Working Pattern: 22.5 hrs and 37.5 hrs available
Interview Date: 16th January 2023
For further information please contact: Frances Mutter frances.mutter@nhs.net
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
