Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 3 Health Care Support Worker to join our nurse-led team serving Cardigan community and surrounding areas. The service operates 24/7 with shifts from days (07:30 to 20:00) and nights (19:30-20:30), including Bank Holidays. Hours may vary according to future demands.
Ceredigion Same Day Urgent Care and Outreach Service provides care and treatment for patients with minor injuries and illnesses. Situated in the integrated care centre in Cardigan (opened end of 2019), the service is evolving, and we seek a forward-thinking individual to help advance it.
You will demonstrate a calm, confident approach, with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage workloads effectively. Teamwork and flexibility are essential for efficient service delivery.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will support the department's smooth operation, assisting with health support and administrative duties. Healthcare duties include obtaining patient observations, performing ECGs, venepuncture, cannulation, and supporting trained staff with assessments and treatments under supervision.
Administrative duties involve covering the reception, booking patients into IT systems, and supporting team administration.
The role also involves working with the community outreach team to provide care and support to patients at home during day and night shifts.
We value forward-thinking, competence, and caring individuals who can work under pressure, support service improvements, embrace change, and thrive in a positive environment addressing urgent care challenges.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board provides NHS services across Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and neighboring counties, with a staff of 12,000 serving nearly 400,000 people. Our services include hospitals, community facilities, general practices, pharmacies, mental health, and learning disability services, as well as specialist tertiary care.
Details
Date posted: 16 May 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 3
Salary: £24,433 to £26,060 per year (pro rata if part-time)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 100-ACS027-0325-B
Location: Cardigan Integrated Care Centre, Cardigan, SA43 1JX
Job description & responsibilities
A full job description and person specification are attached within supporting documents.
Welsh language skills are desirable; applications from English and Welsh speakers are welcome. Interviews are scheduled for 23/04/25.
The Health Board encourages bilingualism to enhance patient and service user experiences. Support is available for staff to meet Welsh language requirements during employment.
We offer access to Wagestream, a financial wellbeing benefit allowing real-time wage tracking, early wage access, and money management tips.
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