Health Care Assistant - Emergency Assessment Unit
The post holder will work collaboratively with key health care providers and be under the direction of qualified Nursing Staff to enhance the patient flow throughout the acute Hospital. As part of a multidisciplinary team the post holder will ensure a timely flow of patients thus contributing towards effective and efficient running of the Emergency Care Patient Pathways. The post holder will carry out assigned duties to maintain hygiene, and safety within the ward/department environment. Duties may vary with the type of ward/department and the degree of patient dependency.
NHS Lanarkshire
Here at NHS Lanarkshire, we put the patient at the heart of everything we do. Each colleague within the organisation plays a key role in how we deliver our healthcare services. We serve a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in both North and South Lanarkshire. NHS Lanarkshire comprises Acute Services (hospital-based services on three main sites), Corporate & Property & Support Services, and North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships which provide integrated primary healthcare and social care services to local communities and surrounding areas.
What we’ll need you to bring
* SVQ III in healthcare or working towards, or equivalent experience in a caring environment/role.
* Ability to work with people and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Effective written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to carry out assigned tasks effectively in a busy environment.
* Ability to work unsupervised.
Contract type
Permanent
Part Time
29 hours
Please note this is a part time post and the salary for this position will be pro-rata.
Location and Working Pattern
This role will be based in Emergency Assessment Unit within University Hospital Hairmyres. Shortlisted applicants may be considered for similar vacancies in alternative locations.
Looking to find out more?
If you’re looking to find out more, then we would love to hear from you!
Please contact Wendy MacDonald, CHARGE NURSE, at wendy.macdonald@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk
For enquiries regarding the application form or recruitment process, please contact Lynn Deas, Recruitment Administrator at lynn.deas@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk (Please remember to include the job title and reference number in your email).
Why NHS Lanarkshire?
Join us and you will discover a supportive environment where you will have the chance to add to your skills and further your career.
Some Of NHS Lanarkshire’s Benefits Include
* A minimum of 27 days annual leave increasing with length of service
* A minimum of 8 days of public holidays
* Membership of NHS Pension Scheme, with life insurance benefits
* Paid sick leave increasing with length of service
* Occupational health services
* Employee counselling services
* Work-life Balance policies and procedures
NHS Lanarkshire have a range of support services on topics that can impact both on your working and personal life including occupational health, spiritual care and independent counselling. This support can be accessed using the links on this page.
Additional Information For Applicants
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NHS Lanarkshire is dedicated to building a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive regardless of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or care experience.
Right to Work within the UK
NHS Lanarkshire has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. UK Visas & Immigration rules are available at www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk. Please check eligibility in advance of applying for vacancies. Note that all Band 1 and Band 2 posts are not eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route.
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