Health Care Assistant

Job summary

Health Care Assistant for Ophthalmology Inpatients & Day Surgery Unit at Birmingham & Midland Eye Centre

We are looking for motivated and committed people who want to provide the highest standard of care whilst ensuring that patients are treated with dignity, compassion and respect as a Health Care Assistant.

This post is for 23hrs (2 long days).

Main duties of the job

We are seeking to appoint a motivated and dynamic individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Under the supervision of a registered nurse you will undertake agreed duties demonstrating the level of competence and professionalism required as a participating team member to deliver high quality care.

This is an interesting time to be in Ophthalmology and this post comprises of an inpatient ward, day surgery unit and a nurse led procedure unit. This post offers the right candidate an excellent opportunity to perform with a high degree of clinical skill and knowledge, with the aim of providing effective patient care and recovery.

You will be required to hold an NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care.

If you believe you are able to meet these essential requirements, we would be very happy to consider your application.

About us

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.

We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.

Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.

Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population." It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.

We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose. When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.

Employer details

Employer name

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

Birmingham & Midland Eye Centre

Birmingham

B18 7QH

Employer's website

https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

Birmingham & Midland Eye Centre

Birmingham

B18 7QH

Employer's website

https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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