Bank Health Care Assistant - Ward/ Theatres
Employer:
NHS Jobs
Location:
Birmingham, B60 1LY
Pay:
Contract Type:
Contract
Hours:
Full time
Disability Confident:
No
Closing Date:
28/02/2026
About this job
Job Title: Health Care Assistant (Theatre and Ward) Location:Optimised Care, Elective Surgical Hospital 31 inpatient beds, 4 operating theatres Specialties: General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Gynaecology, ENT, Plastics, Urology Reports to: Theatre Manager / Ward Sister / Clinical Lead Nurse Salary Band:Hourly Negotiable rate Contract Type:Bank
The Health Care Assistant (HCA) will provide high-quality, compassionate support to patients throughout their elective surgical journey, assisting the multidisciplinary team both in the operating theatres and on the surgical ward.
The role involves delivering safe, patient-centred care before, during, and after surgery, ensuring comfort, dignity, and efficiency in all aspects of the patient experience.
Key Responsibilities
* Clinical Support Assist in preparing patients for surgery, including pre-operative checks, mobility support, and personal care.
* Support theatre staff with patient positioning, transfer, and preparation of the operating environment.
* Maintain cleanliness and availability of equipment, ensuring infection control standards are met.
* Assist scrub and circulating staff as directed, maintaining aseptic technique at all times.
* Provide post-operative care under supervision, including vital signs monitoring, hygiene needs, and mobility assistance.
* Support safe discharge planning by reinforcing patient information and ensuring readiness for home recovery.
Patient Care & Communication
* Deliver person-centred care in line with hospital values, maintaining dignity, privacy, and respect at all times.
* Act as a reassuring presence for patients undergoing elective procedures, relaying concerns promptly to registered staff.
* Contribute to effective communication within the multidisciplinary team, attending briefings and debriefs as required.
Operational & Administrative
* Assist with stock control, restocking clinical areas, and safe disposal of consumables.
* Accurately document care activities and observations in patients records or electronic systems.
* Support the smooth flow of patients between theatres, recovery, and wards.
* Adhere to all hospital and statutory health and safety policies, including manual handling and infection prevention.
Skills and Qualifications
* Essential: Care Certificate or equivalent experience in a hospital or clinical setting.
* Knowledge of basic clinical care procedures and infection control.
* Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
* Commitment to maintaining high standards of patient care and confidentiality.
Desirable:
* Previous experience in a surgical ward or operating theatre.
* Basic understanding of surgical instruments or perioperative care pathways.
* NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
Personal Attributes
* Compassionate and empathetic.
* Reliable, adaptable, and able to manage changing priorities.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills.
* Calm under pressure and attentive to detail.
Working Pattern Ad-hoc covering, late, and weekend shifts as required across ward and theatre departments.
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