Job summary
Looking for a challenging and rewarding role? Want a job where no two days are the same?
We need highly motivated and suitably dedicated personnel for a position as a Theatre Assistant working in Ysbyty Gwynedd Operating Theatres.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for providing support for the delivery of high standard care to patients within the theatre complex and to work as part of a multidisciplinary team in the theatre.
The post holder will provide safe transportation service for all patients coming to theatre and back to the ward area and also within the operating theatre complex.The post holder will ensure that care is of a high standard, is non-discriminatory and non-prejudicial and will carry out all tasks in accordance with unit policies and procedures.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 in care or Ability to undertake a period of Induction and on the job training to include theoretical knowledge of care and a range of work related procedures, for example completion of a competency based workbook equivalent to Level 2 vocational qualification.
- Ability to understand and comply with mandatory induction standards and Code of Conduct for Health Care Support Workers in Wale
Desirable
- Level 2 vocational qualification in relevant health care related subject
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a team.
Desirable
- Previous experience working with people in a caring capacity
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills - verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively.
- Ability to keep calm in stressful situations.
- Ability to demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach.
- Organisational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise own workload efficiently.
- Ability to use technology to undertake the role for example Microsoft office, email, TEAMS etc.
- Physically able to carry out the duties of the role, including lifting, assisting with mobility, and performing other manual tasks
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
Other
Essential
- Enhanced DBS clearance including an/a Adults and Childrens Barred List check.
- Ability to work a range of shift patterns
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 in care or Ability to undertake a period of Induction and on the job training to include theoretical knowledge of care and a range of work related procedures, for example completion of a competency based workbook equivalent to Level 2 vocational qualification.
- Ability to understand and comply with mandatory induction standards and Code of Conduct for Health Care Support Workers in Wale
Desirable
- Level 2 vocational qualification in relevant health care related subject
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a team.
Desirable
- Previous experience working with people in a caring capacity
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills - verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively.
- Ability to keep calm in stressful situations.
- Ability to demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach.
- Organisational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise own workload efficiently.
- Ability to use technology to undertake the role for example Microsoft office, email, TEAMS etc.
- Physically able to carry out the duties of the role, including lifting, assisting with mobility, and performing other manual tasks
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
Other
Essential
- Enhanced DBS clearance including an/a Adults and Childrens Barred List check.
- Ability to work a range of shift patterns
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).
