Healthcare Assistant Respiratory
| Posting date: | 11 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £25,760.00 to £27,476.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £25760.00 - £27476.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 May 2026 |
| Location: | Gateshead, NE9 6SX |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9297-26-0319 |
Summary
The post holder would be part of a multi-disciplinary team taking a patient centered approach to delivery ahigh standard of care. The post holder would be expected to; Assist and support professionals from the multi-disciplinary team with agreed clinical, administrativeactivities Have the ability to concentrate and manage multiple tasks within a busy environment. i.e. managinginterruptions and queries Adhere to good practice and Trust policy when assessing and implementing manual handlingtechniques. Plan ahead in the preparation of examination rooms when assisting during varied work lists. Use initiative to maintain work flow and ensure minimum waiting times, liaising with senior staff if problems/ potential problems arise. Assist the Qualified Professionals during examinations and procedures. Ensure all areas and equipment are kept clean and tidy in accordance with Trust infection controlpolicy. Perform and record daily checks of emergency equipment e.g. crash trolley and suction. Assist with the aftercare of the patient including removal of IV cannula. Safely handle body fluids as stated in Trust policy. Accurately document episodes of care as appropriate. Restock clinical rooms, ensuring rotation of stock within stock room and clinical rooms, including monitoring of expiry dates.