Job summary
A fixed term vacancy for a period of 18 months has arisen within the four theatre departments for HCA's. This is an exciting opportunity to learn, develop and further your skills in theatres.
We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated Health care assistants with a 'can do' attitude to join our friendly multidisciplinary team within Theatres. We have four departments covering a variety of specialties and our focus is in providing excellent, safe patient care. If you have good communication skills and the ability to work in a fast pace, busy environment this is an ideal role for you. You will be required to work flexible shifts, inclusive of weekends. Previous experience is desirable; but we are willing to provide training and support and there will be opportunities to go on to further development roles within Theatres.
Main duties of the job
To perform all Health Care Assistant (HCA) duties in support of theatre staff and patients in the peri-operative environment. The role will be worked over a 7 day service provision within our Trust standards and specifications under the direction of the lead Theatre Practitioner. This role will be fundamental in promoting the highest standards of service delivery and customer care.
About us
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values:
- Compassion
- Accountability
- Respect
- Integrity
- Courage
Why you should work for us
- Great learning and development opportunities to enable all staff to fulfil their potential
- A fully supported induction programme with a named mentor
- Salary sacrifice - childcare, electronics and cars
- Annual appraisal and personal development plans
- Flexible working - full and part time vacancies available including the ability to work 12 hour shifts
- Bank opportunities - We are also looking for HCA's to join our bank so please contact us if you are interested in temporary work
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.
Person Specification
Qualifiactions
Essential
- Educated to Vocational Qualification/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent level of education, training or experience
- Holds National Care Certificate or equivalent level of education, training or experience (e.g. able to demonstrate the skill and competency to undertake the clinical duties as described in the job description)
- Holds Functional Skills Level 2 Maths and English or education equivalent
Desirable
- Speciality specific training and competencies achieved and ongoing development
Knowledge/Experience
Essential
- Knowledge/experience of working with in the operating theatre environment
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Be able to demonstrate a wider knowledge of the NHS
- One year experience as a healthcare assistant experience in Hospital care setting
Person Specification
Qualifiactions
Essential
- Educated to Vocational Qualification/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent level of education, training or experience
- Holds National Care Certificate or equivalent level of education, training or experience (e.g. able to demonstrate the skill and competency to undertake the clinical duties as described in the job description)
- Holds Functional Skills Level 2 Maths and English or education equivalent
Desirable
- Speciality specific training and competencies achieved and ongoing development
Knowledge/Experience
Essential
- Knowledge/experience of working with in the operating theatre environment
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Be able to demonstrate a wider knowledge of the NHS
- One year experience as a healthcare assistant experience in Hospital care setting
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).
