Senior Healthcare Support Worker – Day Surgery Unit (DSU)

Job title:

Senior Healthcare Support Worker – Day Surgery Unit (DSU)

Company

NHS

Job description

The Day Surgery Unit is looking for people who want to make a difference and become part of a highly motivated team.We are seeking a dynamic, hard-working and flexible individual who is able to work in a fast paced environment with good communication skills to join our DSU team as a Band 3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker.You must have good verbal communication skills, able to prioritize workloads, work independently as well as working as part of a well established team, and believe in delivering high standards of patient care. In this role you will give direct care to patients attending the Day Surgery Unit, in a safe and welcoming environment, under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.Main duties of the jobThe post involves working with a range of staff, assisting with pre operative assessment, taking patient observations, performing ECGs and phlebotomy. The role of the HCA band 3 within the Day Surgery Unit includes; admitting patients to the unit, escorting patients to theatre, and looking after the patients post operatively until they are discharged home on the same day.If you are looking for a post which will keep you motivated and challenged, then this post will appeal to you.About usAttraction booklets – 1Torbay Day surgery is recognised locally and nationally as a centre of excellence, we work closely with the whole multi-disciplinary team and out very proud of the service we provide and our outcomes.We regularly get positive feedback from our patients who comment on the friendly atmosphere which we promote for our patients and our staff.The variety of care in day surgery means there are learning opportunities and further training available.Date posted24 December 2024Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 3Salary£24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum pro rataContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference number388-6735097-ACSJob locationsTorbay HosptialCadwell LaneTorquayTQ2 7AAJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe unit is open Monday to Friday 08:00 – 21:00 with varying shifts to cover these hoursFull vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification.Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe unit is open Monday to Friday 08:00 – 21:00 with varying shifts to cover these hoursFull vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification.Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.Person SpecificationQualifications and TrainingEssential

• NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare Support

Desirable

• Care certificate
• English & Mathematics at GSCE grade A-C (9-4) or level 2 functional skills

Knowledge and SkillsEssential

• Customer care experience
• Knowledge of Policies, procedures and Health and Safety issues regarding daily working with blood and body fluids
• Numeracy and literacy skills
• Moving & manual handling skills

Desirable

• Experience in Day Surgery
• Completion of ECG training
• Completion of venepuncture training
• Experience of performing MRSA screening

Specific SkillsEssential

• Able to work with team and/or independently with minimal supervision
• Commitment to sharing knowledge, skills a with others
• Demonstrate a caring & friendly attitude
• Communicate clearly and effectively with a range of people on a range of matters

Person SpecificationQualifications and TrainingEssential

• NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare Support

Desirable

• Care certificate
• English & Mathematics at GSCE grade A-C (9-4) or level 2 functional skills

Knowledge and SkillsEssential

• Customer care experience
• Knowledge of Policies, procedures and Health and Safety issues regarding daily working with blood and body fluids
• Numeracy and literacy skills
• Moving & manual handling skills

Desirable

• Experience in Day Surgery
• Completion of ECG training
• Completion of venepuncture training
• Experience of performing MRSA screening

Specific SkillsEssential

• Able to work with team and/or independently with minimal supervision
• Commitment to sharing knowledge, skills a with others
• Demonstrate a caring & friendly attitude
• Communicate clearly and effectively with a range of people on a range of matters

Expected salary

£24071 – 25674 per year

Location

Torquay, Devon

Job date

Sat, 28 Dec 2024 03:22:28 GMT

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