Clinical Support Worker - Trauma and Orthopaedics
The Role
As part of a multidisciplinary team, the post holder will carry out care duties for patients, in support of a registered nurse, and will regularly be unsupervised. The post holder will carry out assigned duties to maintain hygiene, order and safety within the ward environment. Duties may vary with the type of ward/department and the degree of patient dependency.
Location: Trauma and Orthopaedics, University Hospital Wishaw. Working pattern varies with days, nights and weekends. This is a part-time post with pro-rata salary.
What we'll need you to bring
* SVQ III in healthcare, or working towards, or equivalent experience working within a caring environment/role.
* Ability to work with people and as part of a multidisciplinary/agency team.
* Effective written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to carry out assigned patient care tasks effectively within a busy environment.
* Ability to work unsupervised.
* Active participation in the Personal Development Plan process to fulfil continuing professional development requirements.
* Working knowledge of basic information technology
It would be great if you also have
* Previous experience within acute NHS
* Knowledge of personal care and related procedures or previous volunteer or work experience in a health, education or social care environment
* Have an interest in Trauma and Orthopaedics
* Valid driving licence.
Please note for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.
Contract type
* Permanent
* Full time or Part Time
* Various 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 Trauma and Orthopaedics within University Hospital Wishaw. The working pattern for this role includes various shift patterns across Days, Nights and Weekends.
Applicants shortlisted for interview may be considered for similar vacancies in alternative locations.
How to apply and contact
Please contact Lorna Marshall, Senior Charge Nurse, at lorna.marshall@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk for more information. For enquiries about the application form or recruitment process, contact Lynn Deas, Recruitment Administrator, at lynn.deas@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk. Remember to include the job title and reference number in your email.
Equality, Diversity and Rights to Work NHS Lanarkshire is dedicated to building a diverse workforce and ensuring the right to work in the UK. See the information pack for details. Please note that all Band 1 and Band 2 posts are not eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route.
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