Job summary This an exciting opportunity for a health care support workers to work in the busy main Outpatient 2 Department. The successful candidate will be working across the two main outpatient departments on the Neath/Port Talbot site. The two Outpatient departments provide nursing support to both medical staff and patients for varied specialities. The nursing team working closely with the clerical staff to ensure the smooth and professional running of both Outpatient departments. Main duties of the job The post will require working in both Outpatient departments within the Neath/Port Talbot Hospital. The post holder will be responsible for supervising a clinic area, carrying out point of care testing for clinics as an essential part of that team. The post holder will be expected to hold the QCF level 2 qualification or equivalent. 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. Date posted 07 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,970 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 130-ACS268-1124 Job locations Neath Port Talbot Hospital Baglan way, Port talbot Port Talbot SA12 7BX Job description Job responsibilities The successful candidate will work both alongside registered nurses, fellow HCSW's and autonomously to provide a high standard of nursing support to medical staff and patients. The role will require the post holder to carry out patient observations, assist medical staff with procedures and to carry out specific patient investigations such as point of care testing. The successful candidate will be expected to independently manage clinics. 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 The successful candidate will work both alongside registered nurses, fellow HCSW's and autonomously to provide a high standard of nursing support to medical staff and patients. The role will require the post holder to carry out patient observations, assist medical staff with procedures and to carry out specific patient investigations such as point of care testing. The successful candidate will be expected to independently manage clinics. 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 Experience Essential HCSW experience within OPD or wards Qualifications Essential QCF 2 or equiv Evidence of personal development Knowledge Essential Confidentiality understanding Person Specification Experience Essential HCSW experience within OPD or wards Qualifications Essential QCF 2 or equiv Evidence of personal development Knowledge Essential Confidentiality understanding 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name Swansea Bay University Health Board Address Neath Port Talbot Hospital Baglan way, Port talbot Port Talbot SA12 7BX Employer's website https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)