Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Healthcare Assistant to join the Acute Medical Unit at Fairfield General Hospital
The Acute Medical Unit is a fast paced environment where patient are admitted for assessment and treatment of medical conditions. The unit has 50 beds. The ward has a dedicated nursing team who manage the patients along with our own MDT - pharmacy team, therapy team, admin team and medical team and consultants.
We focus on delivering a high standard of care to all our patients, and you will be an active team member in ensuring this.
We are looking for passionate and enthusiastic individuals to help support our patients with all aspects of daily living and to encourage independence where possible.
We would expect you to have good time keeping skills. be able to work well in a team but also be able to use your own initiative, with patient care being at the centre of all work carried out.
Main duties of the job
Main purpose of the job:
- To undertake the role of assisting in the delivery of all aspects of care to ensure patient centered care is delivered safely and in a timely manner.
- To provide clinical support as required to help ensure the efficient and effective running of the unit at all times.
- Assist in the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of nursing care and enable patients to achieve all aspect of daily living.
About us
Bury Care Organisation
Bury Care Organisation is part of the Northern Care Alliance, one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. Rated as 'outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, our Fairfield site delivers innovative patient-centred care, and boasts an award winning Stroke centre and Heart Care unit. Supported by our community services in Bury, a mix of professionals from health, social and voluntary sectors, Bury exemplifies the benefits of a joined up approach to health and social care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Completed Care Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as a healthcare assistant within the NCA
Desirable
- Previous experience in healthcare
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent use of IT systems
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
Desirable
- Good communication skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Desire to further clinical skills
Desirable
- Previous experience in clinical skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Completed Care Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as a healthcare assistant within the NCA
Desirable
- Previous experience in healthcare
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent use of IT systems
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
Desirable
- Good communication skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Desire to further clinical skills
Desirable
- Previous experience in clinical skills
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).