Healthcare Support Worker Theatres & Recovery
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, a leading health system in Scotland, invites applications for a full‑time Healthcare Support Worker in our Perioperative department at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. The role covers both recovery and theatre settings across a range of surgical specialties.
Responsibilities
* Support Registered Practitioners in perioperative duties, ensuring smooth patient care during surgery and recovery.
* Assist with equipment set‑up, patient positioning, and departmental cleaning to maintain a sterile environment.
* Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with the multidisciplinary team.
* Complete theatre competency training and meet all mandatory induction standards.
* Work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and 24/7 rotations, with the possibility of multi‑site engagement.
Qualifications
* Preferable experience in a perioperative or similar caring environment.
* Strong interpersonal and team‑working skills.
* Proficient numeracy and communication abilities.
* PVG Scheme membership or Disability Disclosure Scotland Check required.
* Willingness to undertake and complete the Health Care Support Worker competency training programme.
Contact
* Rachel Walker – rachel.walker5@nhs.scot
* Arlene Watson – arlene.smith6@nhs.scot
Additional Information
Applications should be submitted promptly as this position may close early due to high demand. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community and promotes diversity within the workforce. The use of artificial intelligence or third‑party assistance to create application responses is strongly discouraged and may lead to withdrawal of the application.
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