Assistant practitioner (health)

Level

Higher

Length

2 yrs

typical

Sector

Health and science

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Providing, supervising and coordinating high-quality and compassionate health and social care for a wide range of people.

Carry out delegated clinical tasks such as observations and dressings

Support patients with activities of daily living in a clinical environment

Contribute to care planning and handover in the clinical team

Communicate effectively with patients about their care and treatment

Monitor patient conditions and escalate concerns to registered staff

Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation

Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement activities

Anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology relevant to the clinical setting

Clinical skills such as observations, venepuncture, and wound care

Person-centred care planning and evidence-based practice

Pharmacology awareness and medicines management support

Professional accountability and working within scope of practice

Effective communication with patients, carers, and the multidisciplinary team

Safeguarding, consent, and mental capacity legislation in practice

Ready to look for a place?

See live Assistant practitioner (health) apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.

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