Job summary
Are you a kind caring person, looking for your dream job?
Are you ready for a new challenge?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic and motivated people to join our highly regarded Cardiology Team on ward 22 as one of our valued health care assistants.
We are currently seeking to recruit caring, ambitious and hardworking individuals to join our friendly, motivated and forward thinking team. You will have the opportunity to work within our 6 bedded high dependency Coronary Care Unit (CCU) and the cardiology step down ward (18 beds).
In return for your dedication and hard work, the unit actively encourages education & development. You will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge and skills and gain experience with a supportive team.
The successful applicants will have the opportunity to work in and observe elective and acute procedures in our purpose built day-case unit and catheter lab. This will expand your knowledge and skills and you will have a better understanding when recovering patients from the cardiac procedures we carry out both electively and acutely
Main duties of the job
All candidates will participate in our bespoke cardiology HCA training and development program.
We understand the importance of work -life balance and are very happy to discuss needs for flexible working on an individual basis. If you are interested in joining our team but have previously thought that hospital shift patterns were a problem for you, please contact Senior Sister Linda Atkinson to discuss your requirements.
SKILLS / QUALIFICATION REQUIRED:
NVQ 2 and care certificate desirable.
Phlebotomy and cannulation Skills desirable.
Trainee applicants welcome.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR INFORMAL VISIT CONTACT: Senior Sister Linda Atkinson 01274 364023
We can offer staff gymnasiums on both hospital sites, excellent pension scheme and advice on childcare.
Closing Date: 25.05.23 (This date may change dependent on the response)
About us
At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.
We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.
In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Care work in a care home, community care or hospital setting or experience of working in a customer service setting
Desirable
- Previous experience of delivering care
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates a caring, compassionate and empathetic approach to patients and colleagues. Has a professional approach to work
- Motivation and commitment to provide a high standard of care
- Good written communication in respect of nursing documentation/patient records
- Good communication/interpersonal skills with a range of staff and patients
- Ability to organise and conduct own work in a professional manner
- Is able to work as part of a team, under the supervision of a registered nurse
Knowledge
Essential
- Good understanding of care needs relevant to patients in a hospital setting Including; oEating and drinking oDignity and respect oCommunication/conflict resolution oHand washing/Infection control oHygiene needs oSafeguarding
- Understands the limits and scope of their job role and the need to only do tasks they have been trained to do. Knows when to escalate to a registered nurse when a situation is beyond their scope of practice.
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum NVQ Level 2 in health/health and social care, QCF Diploma in health, *GNVQ, BTEC in health or health and social care (*required to complete care certificate if not already achieved) (Essential for Band 2 HCA, but training may be offered see below)
- Care Certificate (Essential for band 2 HCA, but training may be offered see below**)
- English equivalent to a minimum of level 2 on the National Qualification Framework
- Numeracy skills equivalent to level 2 on the National Qualification Framework
Other
Essential
- Able to undertake shift work including nights, evenings, weekends and bank holidays
- Professional appearance in accordance with Trust policy
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Care work in a care home, community care or hospital setting or experience of working in a customer service setting
Desirable
- Previous experience of delivering care
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates a caring, compassionate and empathetic approach to patients and colleagues. Has a professional approach to work
- Motivation and commitment to provide a high standard of care
- Good written communication in respect of nursing documentation/patient records
- Good communication/interpersonal skills with a range of staff and patients
- Ability to organise and conduct own work in a professional manner
- Is able to work as part of a team, under the supervision of a registered nurse
Knowledge
Essential
- Good understanding of care needs relevant to patients in a hospital setting Including; oEating and drinking oDignity and respect oCommunication/conflict resolution oHand washing/Infection control oHygiene needs oSafeguarding
- Understands the limits and scope of their job role and the need to only do tasks they have been trained to do. Knows when to escalate to a registered nurse when a situation is beyond their scope of practice.
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum NVQ Level 2 in health/health and social care, QCF Diploma in health, *GNVQ, BTEC in health or health and social care (*required to complete care certificate if not already achieved) (Essential for Band 2 HCA, but training may be offered see below)
- Care Certificate (Essential for band 2 HCA, but training may be offered see below**)
- English equivalent to a minimum of level 2 on the National Qualification Framework
- Numeracy skills equivalent to level 2 on the National Qualification Framework
Other
Essential
- Able to undertake shift work including nights, evenings, weekends and bank holidays
- Professional appearance in accordance with Trust policy
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).
