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Healthcare Assistant | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 12 December 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £16,047 - £17,116 p.a. |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 11 January 2025 |
| Location: | Wimborne, BH211ER |
| Company: | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6824419/152-C34624 |
Summary
We 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. To assist in the admission and care of patients on the Day surgery ward pre and post operatively. Including working within the recovery area of the department to support the trained staff.
The successful candidate may be required to work at University Hospitals Dorset.
To 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.
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
For 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.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
This advert closes on Monday 30 Dec 2024