Neighbourhood Clinical Assistant

Job summary

Are you looking for a varied role, where no two days are the same? Do you enjoy meeting interesting people from various walks of life, on a daily basis? If so, then why not join us as a Neighbourhood Clinical Assistant!

We are recruiting Clinical Assistants to join our Integrated Neighbourhood Teams, in the West of Leeds. We have bases in Holt Park, Yeadon and Woodsley. The Neighbourhood Teams run 8am to 10pm every day with various shift patterns. We understand that people have busy lives, and we offer flexible work opportunities where possible.

This is an exciting role that incorporates many different aspects of patient care delivered to a wide range of patients. We will support you with a fully tailored induction programme and will encourage and facilitate on-going development, including the opportunity to develop and learn skills from team members from a variety of professions.

Main duties of the job

You will work within a multidisciplinary team alongside nurses, therapists and self management facilitators to provide the highest standard of care.

You will need to assess and respond to the changing needs of the patient, working within your own limits and seeking support from the wider clinical team where appropriate.

You will undertake tasks such as administering medicine, wound care, catheter care and patient observations. You must have excellent communication, organisational and IT skills.

Please note this role does require a full Driving Licence and use of your own vehicle which is essential to this job role.

The service runs from 7am to 10pm every day with various shift patterns. We understand that people have busy lives, and we offer flexible work opportunities.

For questions about the job, please contact Laura Boggs laura.boggs@nhs.net

Adverts will close early where the maximum number of applicants is reached.

Job responsibilities

Working for Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust

Who are we?

Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council. We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.

Perks of the job

Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.

Right to Work

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.