Job summary Due to service expansion, we are looking to recruit a motivated Band 3 Healthcare assistant to work on our brand new Adult Haematology and TYA ward extension which has been recently merged with our successful ambulatory care unit. Applications welcome from enthusiastic, motivated individuals who are flexible, display initiative and possess excellent communication skills. Experience in a healthcare environment essential. Training and support will be given. Main duties of the job Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday to Sunday, combination of day shifts Applications welcome from enthusiastic, motivated individuals who are flexible, display initiative and possess excellent communication skills. Experience in a healthcare environment essential. Training and support will be given. About us The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK. Date posted 25 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 413-92176-CNS-AK Job locations Amb Care/CAR-T - E00883 Manchester M20 4BX Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Skills Record patients vital signs as directed, reporting findings to the Registered nursing team on duty, and documenting results on NEWs Temperature, Blood Pressure, Respiration and Pulse, oxygen saturations, modified early warning scores and Blood sugar. Provide a clinical phlebotomy service demonstrating expertise according to Phlebotomy guidelines and ensure that the samples and specimens are labelled correctly and forwarded to the lab. This includes peripheral venapuncture and accessing of central lines Analysis of Arterial blood gas samples as required by the Nursing team Perform electrocardiograms (ECG) in line with Trust policy and reporting to the Registered Nurse and/or medical staff once completed Perform and record height & weight, and urine testing - Midstream Specimen, 24Hr urine collection as per Trust policy, reporting results to a Registered Nurse Recognise and communicate concerns of an unwell patient, and the need to respond and report to the Nursing team. Carry out Blood sugar Levels as requested by nursing team, record and inform nursing team of result. Take part in Covid/viral and MRSA swabbing as required per latest Trust policy. When necessary, initiate and assist with basic cardio-pulmonary resuscitation procedure Assist Nursing team with the preparation and transfer of patients from one care area to another, i.e., between wards and departments. Recognition of role and responsibilities within emergency clinical situations. Ensure patients nutritional needs are met through assisting in the preparation of patients prior to meals and beverages, give help and assistance in feeding/drinking as necessary. Assist Nursing staff to aid patients to utilise the use of appropriate toilet facilities including catheter care. Measure and record body waste/fluid balance accurately on fluid balance chart as required. Assist patients in maintaining their personal hygiene, grooming and dressing needs, ensuring privacy and dignity at all times Assist patients in their mobility requirements with supervision from the Nursing team, help move and position appropriately to maximise their physical comfort. Assist in the care of patients pressure areas and prevention of pressure damage, ensure all air mattress pumps are plugged in and turned on when in use. Chaperone the patient as required ensuring appropriate support Prepare trolleys for specific clinical procedures in line with trust policy utilising aseptic non touch technique practices Environment Support Be responsible for self and others through identifying risks and undertaking work activities in a safe manner Assist in the maintenance and cleaning of Bed spaces/Side rooms- carry out and record daily checks of all bed side monitoring leads replacing and reporting any concerns. Movement of full/ used linen skips and sharps bins. Daily checks that all equipment stored is clean, plugged in and appears in good working order. Complete and record daily cleaning of commodes. Ensure daily cleaning solution is prepped and stored correctly in the sluice. Complete and record daily glucometer checks and report any concerns to the Nurse in charge. Maintain cleanliness in the work environment in line with Trust health and safety policies. Assist with stock ordering Assist with the checking and recording of deliveries to the clinical areas against original orders. Support with stock rotation to minimise the risk of equipment becoming out of date Assist in the transfer of materials and equipment as requested, including the maintenance of equipment as appropriate Contribute to the general tidiness and cleanliness of the clinical environment including the correct disposal of waste Professional May be required to demonstrate and assist more junior staff to gain clinical experience, skills and knowledge. Demonstrate respect for the individual patient, ensuring religious, cultural and social needs are considered at all times and acknowledge their individual rights. In all situations ensure consideration is made to the patients cultural background. Recognise, report and document inappropriate behaviour to an appropriate member of staff. Contribute to effective team working, by being fully involved, committed and participative to achieving full potential Develop personal awareness of other perceptions, acknowledging and changing behaviour in response to any constructive feedback Always adhere to Trust Uniform Policy Undertake all training required to perform duties effectively to the requirements of the post Attend all Mandatory training courses Maintain own professional portfolio in accordance with personal development plans Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Skills Record patients vital signs as directed, reporting findings to the Registered nursing team on duty, and documenting results on NEWs Temperature, Blood Pressure, Respiration and Pulse, oxygen saturations, modified early warning scores and Blood sugar. Provide a clinical phlebotomy service demonstrating expertise according to Phlebotomy guidelines and ensure that the samples and specimens are labelled correctly and forwarded to the lab. This includes peripheral venapuncture and accessing of central lines Analysis of Arterial blood gas samples as required by the Nursing team Perform electrocardiograms (ECG) in line with Trust policy and reporting to the Registered Nurse and/or medical staff once completed Perform and record height & weight, and urine testing - Midstream Specimen, 24Hr urine collection as per Trust policy, reporting results to a Registered Nurse Recognise and communicate concerns of an unwell patient, and the need to respond and report to the Nursing team. Carry out Blood sugar Levels as requested by nursing team, record and inform nursing team of result. Take part in Covid/viral and MRSA swabbing as required per latest Trust policy. When necessary, initiate and assist with basic cardio-pulmonary resuscitation procedure Assist Nursing team with the preparation and transfer of patients from one care area to another, i.e., between wards and departments. Recognition of role and responsibilities within emergency clinical situations. Ensure patients nutritional needs are met through assisting in the preparation of patients prior to meals and beverages, give help and assistance in feeding/drinking as necessary. Assist Nursing staff to aid patients to utilise the use of appropriate toilet facilities including catheter care. Measure and record body waste/fluid balance accurately on fluid balance chart as required. Assist patients in maintaining their personal hygiene, grooming and dressing needs, ensuring privacy and dignity at all times Assist patients in their mobility requirements with supervision from the Nursing team, help move and position appropriately to maximise their physical comfort. Assist in the care of patients pressure areas and prevention of pressure damage, ensure all air mattress pumps are plugged in and turned on when in use. Chaperone the patient as required ensuring appropriate support Prepare trolleys for specific clinical procedures in line with trust policy utilising aseptic non touch technique practices Environment Support Be responsible for self and others through identifying risks and undertaking work activities in a safe manner Assist in the maintenance and cleaning of Bed spaces/Side rooms- carry out and record daily checks of all bed side monitoring leads replacing and reporting any concerns. Movement of full/ used linen skips and sharps bins. Daily checks that all equipment stored is clean, plugged in and appears in good working order. Complete and record daily cleaning of commodes. Ensure daily cleaning solution is prepped and stored correctly in the sluice. Complete and record daily glucometer checks and report any concerns to the Nurse in charge. Maintain cleanliness in the work environment in line with Trust health and safety policies. Assist with stock ordering Assist with the checking and recording of deliveries to the clinical areas against original orders. Support with stock rotation to minimise the risk of equipment becoming out of date Assist in the transfer of materials and equipment as requested, including the maintenance of equipment as appropriate Contribute to the general tidiness and cleanliness of the clinical environment including the correct disposal of waste Professional May be required to demonstrate and assist more junior staff to gain clinical experience, skills and knowledge. Demonstrate respect for the individual patient, ensuring religious, cultural and social needs are considered at all times and acknowledge their individual rights. In all situations ensure consideration is made to the patients cultural background. Recognise, report and document inappropriate behaviour to an appropriate member of staff. Contribute to effective team working, by being fully involved, committed and participative to achieving full potential Develop personal awareness of other perceptions, acknowledging and changing behaviour in response to any constructive feedback Always adhere to Trust Uniform Policy Undertake all training required to perform duties effectively to the requirements of the post Attend all Mandatory training courses Maintain own professional portfolio in accordance with personal development plans Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Level II in care or equivalent experience Experience Essential Basic literacy and numeracy skills At least six months working in a care environment Skills Essential Good communication skills Able to work using own initiative Basic IT skills Phlebotomy skills Desirable Undertake ECGs Ability to demonstrate care skills to more junior health care support workers Cannulation experience Knowledge Essential Knowledge of the healthcare support worker role Participate in personal development Desirable Healthcare skills training relevant to role Training in taking patient observations Values Essential Ability to demonstrate the organizational values and behaviours Other Essential Team player Desirable Flexibility in working hours Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Level II in care or equivalent experience Experience Essential Basic literacy and numeracy skills At least six months working in a care environment Skills Essential Good communication skills Able to work using own initiative Basic IT skills Phlebotomy skills Desirable Undertake ECGs Ability to demonstrate care skills to more junior health care support workers Cannulation experience Knowledge Essential Knowledge of the healthcare support worker role Participate in personal development Desirable Healthcare skills training relevant to role Training in taking patient observations Values Essential Ability to demonstrate the organizational values and behaviours Other Essential Team player Desirable Flexibility in working hours 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. Employer details Employer name The Christie NHS FT Address Amb Care/CAR-T - E00883 Manchester M20 4BX Employer's website https://www.christie.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)