Overview
Clinical Support Workers play an important role and are an intrinsic part of the theatre team. You will help our patients maintain their comfort, privacy and dignity. The role requires empathy, good communication skills and the ability to work under pressure.
Location: Queen Victoria Hospital, Holtye Road, East Grinstead, RH19 3DZ. Band 3, Agenda for change. Permanent, full-time or part-time available.
Job Responsibilities
* The post holder will be part of a skilled theatre team to support the provision of an effective and safe clinical service.
* Work as part of a team under supervision to provide a safe, effective environment of care for patients, relatives and their carers. Under the direction of a registered practitioner, support a comprehensive level of care, maintaining high standards and continuity of care.
* Support registered practitioners in the delivery of direct and indirect patient care.
* Undertake a range of delegated clinical peri-operative duties including record keeping, patient observations and specimen handling under the direction of a registered practitioner.
* Assist theatre practitioners in checking sterilised equipment and ensuring related paperwork is in order and completed correctly.
* Communicate with the peri-operative team, patients and their carers in a professional and compassionate manner. Escalate concerns about a patient to the relevant practitioner immediately.
* Assist patients as necessary while maintaining dignity (e.g., undressing, chaperoning, emotional and physical support; overcoming barriers to communication as needed).
* Act as a positive role model for peers and support other HCAs as required.
* Maintain professionalism at all times and respect colleagues.
* Careful moving and handling of equipment, wheelchairs and trolleys.
Qualifications
Essential
* Level 3 or Level 3 Diploma (NVQ) in Health care support or demonstrated knowledge through significant practical experience
* GCSE English and Maths grade 4 or functional skills in English and Maths
Desirable
* Work in an acute hospital setting
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
* Experience of working in a health or social care environment
Desirable
* Experience caring for and supporting patients in a perioperative environment
Knowledge
* Understanding of health care
Desirable
* Awareness of patient confidentiality and safeguarding
Other
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered. See UK Visas and Immigration guidance on criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
Employer
Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Queen Victoria Hospital, Holtye Road, East Grinstead, RH19 3DZ. Website: https://www.qvh.nhs.uk/
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