Job summary
We are seeking a compassionate, motivated, and reliableHealthcare Support Workerto join our dynamic team in theMain Theatres at Ormskirk Hospital, part of the Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Main duties of the job
As a vital member of our theatre team, you'll provide both direct and indirect care under the supervision of qualified staff. From preparing theatres and assisting with procedures to supporting patients through their surgical journey, your role will be essential in ensuring a safe, clean, and compassionate environment.
About us
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 10,500 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.
Our services:
Acute Care
Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary Care
Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community Services
Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional Services
We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements:
- Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation of theatre environments, ensuring all equipment and instruments are clean, sterile, and ready for use.
- Support patients before, during, and after surgery, providing reassurance and compassionate care.
- Undertake clinical observations and basic diagnostic tests , blood pressure, temperature, pulse
- Assist with patient positioning and transfers, using appropriate manual handling techniques and equipment.
- Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to patient records.
- Ensure infection prevention and control standards are upheld at all times.
- Work collaboratively with the wider team to ensure smooth running of theatre lists and patient flow.
- Participate in emergency response situations as required.
- Communicate effectively with patients, staff, and departments.
- Uphold patient dignity, comfort, and confidentiality at all times.
Were committed to your growth. Youll receive full training, access to ongoing professional development, and support to expand your skills and knowledge within a theatre environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation of theatre environments, ensuring all equipment and instruments are clean, sterile, and ready for use.
- Support patients before, during, and after surgery, providing reassurance and compassionate care.
- Undertake clinical observations and basic diagnostic tests , blood pressure, temperature, pulse
- Assist with patient positioning and transfers, using appropriate manual handling techniques and equipment.
- Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to patient records.
- Ensure infection prevention and control standards are upheld at all times.
- Work collaboratively with the wider team to ensure smooth running of theatre lists and patient flow.
- Participate in emergency response situations as required.
- Communicate effectively with patients, staff, and departments.
- Uphold patient dignity, comfort, and confidentiality at all times.
Were committed to your growth. Youll receive full training, access to ongoing professional development, and support to expand your skills and knowledge within a theatre environment.
Person Specification
Our Values
Essential
- We are Kind
- We are Open
- We are Inclusive
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 or above in Healthcare or equivalent demonstrable experience within a Theatre setting
- GCSE Level or equivalent in English and Maths
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of personal care.
- Previous experience of working in a care assistant role.
- Knowledge and understanding of the Theatre Care Assistant role and responsibilities
- Experience working in a Healthcare setting
Desirable
- Experience working within a Surgical/Theatre Department
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate both verbally and written.
- Good numeracy and literacy skills.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Able to accept direction and guidance in the role.
- Aware of own limitations.
- Flexible working hours.
- Basic IT skills
- Ability to work independently or within a multi-disciplinary team
Other
Essential
- Physically able to perform the full range of TCA duties.
- Dexterity and accuracy in undertaking clinical skills, use of equipment and documentation. Moving and Handling of patients.
- The post requires frequent effort which involves delivering personal care to patients. Working pattern maybe unpredictable.
- Staff may be involved in emotionally challenging situations.
- Shift rotation, Cross site working, On call commitments, Flexible and adaptable. The post requires frequent exposure to unpleasant conditions, bodily fluids, smells etc.
Person Specification
Our Values
Essential
- We are Kind
- We are Open
- We are Inclusive
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 or above in Healthcare or equivalent demonstrable experience within a Theatre setting
- GCSE Level or equivalent in English and Maths
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of personal care.
- Previous experience of working in a care assistant role.
- Knowledge and understanding of the Theatre Care Assistant role and responsibilities
- Experience working in a Healthcare setting
Desirable
- Experience working within a Surgical/Theatre Department
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate both verbally and written.
- Good numeracy and literacy skills.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Able to accept direction and guidance in the role.
- Aware of own limitations.
- Flexible working hours.
- Basic IT skills
- Ability to work independently or within a multi-disciplinary team
Other
Essential
- Physically able to perform the full range of TCA duties.
- Dexterity and accuracy in undertaking clinical skills, use of equipment and documentation. Moving and Handling of patients.
- The post requires frequent effort which involves delivering personal care to patients. Working pattern maybe unpredictable.
- Staff may be involved in emotionally challenging situations.
- Shift rotation, Cross site working, On call commitments, Flexible and adaptable. The post requires frequent exposure to unpleasant conditions, bodily fluids, smells etc.
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).
