Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation TrustWe have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant with recent Operating Theatre or Surgical Ward experience to join our busy Community Day Surgery Unit in Wimborne, Dorset.
To assist in the admission and care of patients on the Day surgery ward pre and post operatively and to work within the recovery area of the department to support the trained staff.
Part of the role will be to work within the Operating Theatre to prepare and assist the trained staff during the operating list with the care of the patients.
Main duties of the jobTo assist qualified nursing staff in providing a consistently high standard of patient centred care, following policies and guidelines.
To work and act as a key member of the team, supporting each patient during their stay with the Theatre and the Day Surgery Unit.
Undertake clinical work and related tasks as delegated by qualified nursing staff, following appropriate training and assessment of competency e.g.: removal of intravenous cannula, phlebotomy and performing ECGs.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position. Job responsibilitiesFor the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Person SpecificationKnowledge, Skills and TrainingHave NVQ Level 2 (or willing to obtain) to apply existing experience and gain necessary skills to work effectively in the DSU Ward, Recovery and Theatre areasPrevious experience with a comparable roleJob Specific ExperienceAbility to work on own initiative, but with a commitment to participate in clinical supervision and reflective practice and further develop skills.Community/Hospital experiencePersonal QualitiesGood skills in attentive listening, reinforced by personal qualities of being genuine, non-judgemental, and respectfulAbility to demonstrate warmth and empathy towards patients in the provision of carePersonal AttributesEnthusiastic and motivatedEvidence of demonstrating the Trust's values and behavioursDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer nameDorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
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