Healthcare Technician (HCT)
This could incorporate different opening hours and weekend working which may effect when you are required to work. The post holder is expected to be flexible and accommodating, following consultation, in terms of any changes to operating times in the future.
To undertake appropriate tasks and support the larger MMP healthcare team To undertake Blood Pressure monitoring in accordance with MMP protocols To perform ECGs on patients as requested To carry out phlebotomy services to patients in MMP surgeries across Birmingham, at patients homes and in care homes To ensure that blood samples taken are accurately and legibly labelled, correct bottles are used and that blood samples are transported to designated collection points in line with MMP Health and Safety procedures Provide support at practice level to nursing and clinical staff, in particularly complex cases To work effectively with other healthcare professional as an integrated team To provide basic first aid to phlebotomy patients as required as in accordance with guidelines and procedures To ensure a good rapport with patients to alleviate anxiety ensuring they are relaxed and at ease to undergo procedures To ensure the following MMP Policies are followed: Infection Control Policy, Clinical Waste Disposal and Sharps Policy, Needle stick injury Policy Acknowledge that patients have right to privacy, dignity and confidentiality, showing due regard to patients property.
To provide cover for team members on annual leave, off sick or study leave to ensure continuity of the service. Act as a role model to ensure health is promoted at every opportunity in all settings. To maintain written and computer records as required.To attend team meetings for information exchange and service updates The post holder will be asked to work at any MMP site in line with service needs. Any other duties, as requested, compatible with the post which may arise from time to time.
To undertake training and development to meet the specific service needs of the service and own individual practice. Participate in the appraisal, clinical supervision and personal development planning process and ensure that their own professional development needs are met.
Participate in the induction of staff by demonstrating own role to new or less experienced colleagues.