Please note: This role does not meet the minimum criteria for visa sponsorship under the current UK immigration rules, which set specific salary and skill thresholds. As such, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. Applicants will therefore need to already have the right to work in the UK to be considered. We include this information at the outset to provide clarity and avoid unnecessary inconvenience for applicants.
If you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.
Works with the multi-disciplinary team in the delivery of the Integrated Sexual Health Service (ISHS) within the locality (hub and spokes) , supporting qualifie d nursing and medical staff with the diagnostic process es .
Works with the multi-disciplinary team in the delivery of the Integrated Sexual Health Service (ISHS) within the locality (hub and spokes) , supporting qualifie d nursing and medical staff with the diagnostic process es .
They will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the screening of asymptomatic patients for sexually transmitted infections , providing simple advice to support patient wellbeing and enable an individual’s decision making.
Supports the administrative team, covering the reception area, booking patient appointments both at walk in clinics and through the central booking system , signposting prospective patients seeking advice for their Sexual Health needs.
Promotes treatment , control and prevention of the spread of STIs including HIV , offer ing patients basic information, support and health education in a safe, friendly, non-judgemental and confidential environment , both within the service and in partnership settings .
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Pack
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Plans individual care based on assessment, making adjustments to meet the individual needs of the patient.
Supports the diagnostic process through the reading of slides under the microscope and documenting the findings into the patient record.
Prepares all rooms daily for clinical consultation and examination, cleans and clears away equipment as necessary and ensures clinical areas are kept adequately supplied with equipment/resources whilst at all times working in accordance with infection control standards.
Ensures equipment used by others is properly stored and maintained .
When covering reception or the Central Booking Line uses triage guidelines to guide decision making when advising patients on whether and when they can be seen and the appropriate appointment type
Undertakes simple history taking from asymptomatic patients against a pre-determined template, providing and receiving sensitive information
