Job summary
THEATRES, CRITICAL CARE, ANAESTHETICS, PRE-OP & PAIN DIRECTORATE
BAND 2 CLINICAL SUPPORT WORKERS - RUSSELLS HALL MINOR PROCEDURE ROOMS & CORBETT HOSPITAL DAY SURGERY UNIT
Permanent - 36/37.5 hours per week
An opportunity has arisen for Clinical Support Workers to join Russells Hall Hospital Minor Procedure Rooms and Corbett Hospital Day Surgery Unit.
The post holders will be responsible for providing support to both departments and contribute to the implementation of a high standard and individualised patient care under the direction of a registered practitioner.
GCSE pass or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics are essential. NVQ 2 Level 2 or Diploma Level 2 in Health Care is desirable.
You will need to be able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and communicate effectively with members of the team, patients and relatives. A commitment to undertake in-house training as appropriate is a requirement.
Main duties of the job
- To assist in the achievement and maintenance of a high standard of patient care.
- To attend the patient's basic care requirements and report to the registered practitioner.
- To assist in the positioning of patients for anaesthesia or surgery.
- To assist with the collection of specimens, ensuring all relevant documentation is completed accurately according to Trust Policy.
- To assist with maintaining the general tidiness and cleanliness of the department.
- To assist the cleaning of clinical equipment as directed by the practitioner in charge.
- To escort patients from the ward/department area to theatre maintaining patient's dignity and mobility needs.
- To communicate effectively with all patients to include visually/hearing impaired patients.
- To assist in observing patients, recording any concerns regarding patient's condition and reporting these to the practitioner in charge.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
We are committed to becoming a diverse and an inclusive employer and where people feel sense of belonging. Seeking to expand diversity within our teams, we positively encourage applications from under-represented groups such as BAME, disabled and LGBTQ+ groups. We are also under-represented in-terms of gender within nursing roles and we would welcome applications from people from male and non-binary backgrounds.
We are committed to home life balance through flexible working and making reasonable adjustments where possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- GCSE pass in English Language and Mathematics or equivalent
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Health Care/Care or Diploma Level 2 in Health Care/Care
Experience
Essential
- Experience of customer care or dealing with the public
- Computer literate
- Previous experience in a Care Worker role within a hospital, community or residential/nursing home setting
Communication & Relationship Skills
Essential
- Effective communication skills, verbal and written
- Clear communication skills
- Reception/telephone skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
Physical Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates attention to detail
- Able to work flexibly
Knowledge & Training
Essential
- Demonstrate a knowledge of duties required as a Clinical Support Worker
- Demonstrate the understanding of confidentiality
- Commitment to undertake in-house training and NVQ/Diploma Level ll in Operating Department Support
Desirable
- Demonstrates an understanding of the theatre environment
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- GCSE pass in English Language and Mathematics or equivalent
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Health Care/Care or Diploma Level 2 in Health Care/Care
Experience
Essential
- Experience of customer care or dealing with the public
- Computer literate
- Previous experience in a Care Worker role within a hospital, community or residential/nursing home setting
Communication & Relationship Skills
Essential
- Effective communication skills, verbal and written
- Clear communication skills
- Reception/telephone skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
Physical Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates attention to detail
- Able to work flexibly
Knowledge & Training
Essential
- Demonstrate a knowledge of duties required as a Clinical Support Worker
- Demonstrate the understanding of confidentiality
- Commitment to undertake in-house training and NVQ/Diploma Level ll in Operating Department Support
Desirable
- Demonstrates an understanding of the theatre environment
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).
