University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 3, part-time Healthcare Assistant in our multi-speciality outpatient department to join our friendly team in Community Outpatients. This post will be based at Ilkeston Community Hospital, with a requirement to work at our other sites: Ripley, Heanor, Long Eaton & Ashbourne, if and when required.
As this vacancy is part-time (22.5 hours), we will not be able to offer sponsorship.
Main duties of the job
You will need to be flexible and enjoy working as part of a multi-disciplinary team involving a large number of specialities. Previous outpatient experience would be desirable though not essential as we have a full induction programme.
The successful candidate will be required to show high levels of concentration and organisational skills along with excellent communication skills to ensure smooth and efficient running of clinics. It is expected that the applicant will be rostered to work across sites, so it is essential you possess a driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Closing date of applications: Wednesday 9th October 2024
Please note: if we receive a high number of applications for this position, we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
About us
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people, and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together.
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness, and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust, and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
In return we will offer:
* Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development.
* Ongoing support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
* Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes.
Key Facts
* We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
* We are the 4 th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
* An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
* Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
* Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
* We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
* We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB; this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Evidence of either GCSE A-D or Functional Skills Level 1 in Maths and English or equivalent qualification.
* NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or relevant experience acquired through undertaking of clinical skills.
* Care Certificate standard training.
Experience
* A minimum of 6 months recent paid experience working in a care environment within the UK.
* Understands the role of a Healthcare Support Worker and can evidence this in the application form.
* Evidence of previous experience of working in an acute setting.
Supporting Information
* Good details in supporting information highlighting key skills, knowledge, and experience of working as a Healthcare Support Worker.
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 name
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
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