Job summary
You will be required to carry out a number of designated tasks within the Endoscopy Department, which will involve direct care in support and under the supervision of a registered nurse.
You will work as an effective member of the team
Following appropriate training and assessment, undertake clinical and non-clinical duties in support of the registered nurse.
Main duties of the job
Support patient preparation, admission, and post-procedure care.
Assist during procedures (e.g., positioning patients, handling equipment).
Carry out cleaning and safe equipment turnover.
Maintain stock levels and ensure clinical rooms are set up correctly.
Provide reassurance and basic care to patients throughout their visit.
Help keep the department running smoothly by supporting flow and assisting the nursing team.
About us
The Humber Health Partnership is one of the largest acute and community Partnership arrangements in the NHS, seeing well over one million patients every year and managing a budget of over £1.3 billion.
Made up of two Trusts - Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG) and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH) - our Partnership has significant ambitions and is committed to delivering world-class hospital and community services for the 1.65 million people we serve.
Together we employ nearly 20,000 staff. Our five main hospital sites are Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Scunthorpe General Hospital and Goole and District Hospital, for NLAG and Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital for HUTH.
As Teaching Hospitals working with the Hull York Medical School, we both lead and contribute to research in many areas - biomedical research, primary care, palliative medicine, cardiovascular and respiratory medicine, vascular surgery, cancer surgery and oncology.
We believe that by developing a diverse, inclusive, innovative, skilled and caring workforce, we can deliver excellent care to our patients and a great future for our employees, our Partnership and our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Should we receive a high volume of applications the advert may be closed earlier than stated.
Please note that, in line with UKVI regulations, this vacancy does not meet the eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Visa route. As a result, we are unable to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this position.
We remain committed to fair and equal recruitment practices and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Should we receive a high volume of applications the advert may be closed earlier than stated.
Please note that, in line with UKVI regulations, this vacancy does not meet the eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Visa route. As a result, we are unable to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this position.
We remain committed to fair and equal recruitment practices and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Basic School education qualifications
Desirable
- Knowledge of care procedures acquired through a base level of theoretical knowledge to Level 3.
- Care certificate or willingness to work towards it.
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- Recent experience working in a healthcare environment. Previous caring experience.
- Experience (through placements or employment) of working in a busy environment.
Desirable
- Previous experience in an endoscopy setting
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Ability to work well in a team and under supervision.
- Understanding of confidentiality in the work place.
- Good organisation skills.
- Ability to prioritise workload.
- High level of interpersonal skills.
- Approachable and caring
- Ability to work within stressful situations.
Special Attributes and other
Essential
- Shows motivation in developing new skills
- Demonstrate empathy and diplomacy
- Flexible and reliable
Other requirements
Essential
- Must be willing to work flexibly to cover service needs.
- Able to work unsociable hours including evenings and weekends
- Cross site working as the service demands.
- Understands requirements for health and safety.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Basic School education qualifications
Desirable
- Knowledge of care procedures acquired through a base level of theoretical knowledge to Level 3.
- Care certificate or willingness to work towards it.
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- Recent experience working in a healthcare environment. Previous caring experience.
- Experience (through placements or employment) of working in a busy environment.
Desirable
- Previous experience in an endoscopy setting
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Ability to work well in a team and under supervision.
- Understanding of confidentiality in the work place.
- Good organisation skills.
- Ability to prioritise workload.
- High level of interpersonal skills.
- Approachable and caring
- Ability to work within stressful situations.
Special Attributes and other
Essential
- Shows motivation in developing new skills
- Demonstrate empathy and diplomacy
- Flexible and reliable
Other requirements
Essential
- Must be willing to work flexibly to cover service needs.
- Able to work unsociable hours including evenings and weekends
- Cross site working as the service demands.
- Understands requirements for health and safety.
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.
