Ophthalmic Healthcare Assistant
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Location
London
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Sector:
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Job type:
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Salary:
£25000 - £29000 per annum
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Contact:
Tom Stock
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Contact email:
tom@healthrecruitnetwork.co.uk
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Contact phone:
020 7193 4003
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Job ref:
J44252
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Published:
11 months ago
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Expiry date:
2024-01-12
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Startdate:
2023-12-15
To provide a range of healthcare assistant services to Ophthalmology patients within the private sector. You will be working with the Theatre & Refractive Laser Manager as well as being under the indirect supervision of registered staff and to assist registered staff in the provision of high-quality care for patients and their relatives.
Ophthalmic Theatre Healthcare Assistant Job Duties:
• Work alongside theatre and laser practitioners, surgeons, anaesthetists, and administrative staff.
• Supported by the nursing team within the practice, HCA will deliver care within the boundaries of their role and in accordance with their qualifications and job requirements.
• Focus on supporting patients through their theatre and refractive laser journey within the clinic by assessing their needs, implementing care, and maintaining clinically accurate records.
• Work collaboratively with the theatre & laser team and general practice to meet the needs of the patients and support the delivery of policies and procedures.
• Ensure patient safety within the clinic.
• Ensure the department has stock of equipment and consumables needed for theatre and laser procedures.
• Adhere to all organizational and clinical policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean clinical environment to a high standard.
• Adhere to all laser safety regulations.
• Ensure all mandatory training is up to date.
• Assist within the laser and theatre during procedures - communication with patients, taking clinical observations, and helping with the room setup.
• Ensure all daily checks are completed.
Ophthalmic Theatre Healthcare Assistant requirements
• Experience Working in a Theatre (Essential)
• Ability to work in a team
• Patient Focused
• Interpersonal Skills
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