Job overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY SWANSEA BAY UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
Ability to undertake a period of Induction and on the job training to include theoretical knowledge of care and a range of work related
procedures, for example completion of a competency based workbook equivalent to Level 2 vocational qualification.
Main duties of the job
Support registered healthcare professionals in theatres in delivering patient care under the direct supervision of registered staff.
· Undertake personal care activities and tasks as delegated by a registered healthcare professional, in accordance with the HEIW All
Wales Guidelines for Delegation.
· Perform basic safety checking and preparation/attachment of equipment.
· Support effective transfer of patients and equipment.
· Perform the role of circulating person under supervision supplying items to the sterile field and supporting the safe processing of
specimens.
· Maintain high standards of cleanliness and appropriate storage of stock items.
· Deliver role in accordance with Health Board/Trust Values and the Code of Conduct for HCSW’s in Wales.
Working for our organisation
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. QCF Level 2 (formally NVQ Level 2) in Health/ or willingness to complete QCF qualification within agreed time frame
Desirable criteria
2. QCF Level 2 in Care band 2
3. QCF LEVEL 3 PERI-OPERATIVE CARE FOR BAND 3
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential criteria
4. Knowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales and All Wales Delegation Guidelines (HEIW)
Desirable criteria
5. Experience of working with patient groups relevant to area of practice.
Swansea Bay University Health Board is committed to supporting its staff and processes to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing service users experience. In our commitment to increase the number of staff able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
Equality remains at the centre of the Health Boards policy-making, service delivery and employment practices. We value the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from people from protected groups under the Equality Act 2010, this specifically includes age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/reassignment, race, religion, disability, pregnancy and maternity and marriage and civil partnership.
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Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are desirable