Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an health care assistant at southend hospital.
The Health Care Assistant will, under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse/ODP, assist theatre staff in delivering a safe and effective patient focused care to all service users in Theatres.
It is expected that the Health Care Assistant will continue to develop their own capabilities and knowledge of nursing tasks in line with the Trust's career pathway.
If this interest you apply now
Main duties of the job
* To undertake all tasks requested by the Registered Nurses and ODP's in theatres.
* Assist the theatre team in the preparation of the operating theatre.
* Help assist in the safe positioning of patients in theatre, pre-peri and post-operatively.
* Provide the theatre team with consumables and equipment, as required.
* Ensure the theatre is clean and tidy.
* Ensure adequate stock of scrub room consumables. eg: Surgical Gowns, Gloves etc.
* Remove dirty trays, linen bags and clinical waste bags after each case and ensure the theatre is ready for the next case.
* Clean theatres before and after each theatre session.
* To circulate during procedures, setting up for the list as required and taking part in instrument and final swab checks.
* Undertake equipment safety checks and trouble shoot as required.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Details
Date posted
12 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,937 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
390-T&A-SO-6232
Job locations
Southend
Prittlewell Chase
Westcliff on Sea
SS0 0RY
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached JD for full details. Some of the responsibilities are listed below.
* Act as a circulator in theatres when required.
* Handling specimens under supervision of the registered practitioner.
* Ensure that theatre areas are kept tidy and free of obstructions.
* Ensure that the operating theatre is a safe environment in which to work and care for patients.
* Take blood gas syringes to critical care for analysis, wait for results and return them to theatre / recovery.
* Collection of blood and other products from Haematology, ensuring appropriate checks are carried out.
* Undertake patient moving and handling using a safe and correct procedure. This will include escorting patients from the ward to theatres and vice versa which may include transportation of beds.
* Undertake competencies required for the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached JD for full details. Some of the responsibilities are listed below.
* Act as a circulator in theatres when required.
* Handling specimens under supervision of the registered practitioner.
* Ensure that theatre areas are kept tidy and free of obstructions.
* Ensure that the operating theatre is a safe environment in which to work and care for patients.
* Take blood gas syringes to critical care for analysis, wait for results and return them to theatre / recovery.
* Collection of blood and other products from Haematology, ensuring appropriate checks are carried out.
* Undertake patient moving and handling using a safe and correct procedure. This will include escorting patients from the ward to theatres and vice versa which may include transportation of beds.
* Undertake competencies required for the role.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
* Literate and numerate to secondary school standard.
* Significant experience at band 2 level and achieved all competencies.
Desirable
* Previous Theatre or hospital experience
Essential
Essential
* Experience of working in a Health care environment
Desirable
* NVQ in healthcare
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
* Literate and numerate to secondary school standard.
* Significant experience at band 2 level and achieved all competencies.
Desirable
* Previous Theatre or hospital experience
Essential
Essential
* Experience of working in a Health care environment
Desirable
* NVQ in healthcare
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Southend
Prittlewell Chase
Westcliff on Sea
SS0 0RY
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Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Southend
Prittlewell Chase
Westcliff on Sea
SS0 0RY
Employer's website
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