Job summary
We are looking to appoint health care support Assistants who are enthusiastic, motivated with a passion for caring to join our dedicated Team in The Emergency DepartmentThe unit is an acute ward dealing with a wide variety of medical problemsAs a health care Assistant you will work as part of a large multidisciplinary team and will play a key role in delivering the fundamentals of care for patients under the supervision of a nurse, whilst supporting patients to achieve the shared goals. Individuals should be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills who are willing to learn and take on new challenges as the service develops.
Main duties of the job
Experience of working in a care setting would be advantageous but all necessary skills training, professional updates and mandatory training as appropriate to the post will be details of duties can be found in the job will be an expectation of a flexible approach to shifts patterns with a commitment to participate in the on call service after appropriate be advised - this vacancy may close early if we reach a sufficient amount of applications.
About us
As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, fantastic pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will to experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
1. A Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Level 3. This could be an Vocational NVQ, BTEC or equivalent international qualification in healthcare or able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience through competencies
Experience
Essential
2. Previous experience in a ED healthcare environmentCannulation and phlebotomyExperience of recording ECGsExperience of taking and monitoring blood glucose levels
Additional Criteria
Essential
3. Works well in a busy environmentAdaptable/ flexibleGood time keepingWillingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patientsDemonstrate respect for confidentiality at all timesProven experience of successfully working in a team environmentShow initiative but also able to follow instruction as required