Job Overview
Join our vibrant and dynamic multidisciplinary team as a Clinical Healthcare Support Worker (Band 3) and make a difference in the lives of patients at the Dyson Cancer Centre at the RUH!
Our Oncology Outpatients department offers compassionate care to adult patients with cancer and haematological disorders. With the unit working from Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 18:00, you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.
We’re looking for an enthusiastic team player who possesses outstanding communication skills and the drive to succeed. If you have previous healthcare experience, that’s a huge plus!
In return, we’ll provide an enriching environment where you can develop your clinical knowledge and skills while being fully supported by our dedicated team.
Ready to embark on this rewarding journey?
For more information or to arrange an informal visit, reach out to Chanchel Ravi, Sister, Oncology OPD. Your next adventure in healthcare awaits!
Main duties of the job
To assist in patient care and other ward/department related duties under the supervision of the trained nurse.
To carry out routine and additional/extended role duties, when trained and assessed as competent, as instructed by and under the supervision of the registered nurse in charge.
To contribute to a team approach to patient care in conjunction with nursing colleagues and all members of the multi-disciplinary team, and work in accordance with the Trust values and hospital policies at all times.
Working for our organisation
At the RUH we’re proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone’s contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks – celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We’ve even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we’re providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Person specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria
Understands the need for strict confidentiality
Understands and committed to a caring approach to patients and relatives
Care Certificate or equivalent
Experience of working as healthcare assistant in acute setting
Desirable criteria
IT skills
Specific Skills
Essential criteria
Able to prioritise own workload
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.
Application numbers
This vacancy may close early if we receive a high number of applications. We strongly encourage you to complete and submit your application in good time to ensure it can be considered.
Documents to download
Oncology OPD Healthcare_Support_Worker Band 3 JD new format (PDF, 405.0KB)
Join the RUH (PDF, 1.1MB)
Further details / informal visits contact
Name Chanchel Ravi Job title Junior Sister Email address c.ravi@nhs.net Telephone number 01225821861 Additional information
Reshmi Ravi
Matron for specilaist services
Reshmi.Ravi@nhs.net
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