Healthcare Assistant - Theatre

Job summary

Ability to undertake a period of Induction and on the job training to include theoretical knowledge of care and a range of work relatedprocedures, for example completion of a competency based workbook equivalent to Level 2 vocational qualification.

Main duties of the job

Support registered healthcare professionals in theatres in delivering patient care under the direct supervision of registered staff. Undertake personal care activities and tasks as delegated by a registered healthcare professional, in accordance with the HEIW AllWales Guidelines for Delegation. Perform basic safety checking and preparation/attachment of equipment. Support effective transfer of patients and equipment. Perform the role of circulating person under supervision supplying items to the sterile field and supporting the safe processing ofspecimens. Maintain high standards of cleanliness and appropriate storage of stock items. Deliver role in accordance with Health Board/Trust Values and the Code of Conduct for HCSW's in Wales.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply

About us

We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.

As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.

You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.

There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.

Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.

If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.