A Vacancy at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.
The Wessex Fetal Medicine Unit offers advanced care and assistance to families facing complex pregnancies, both in the local area and across the region. A unique opportunity has emerged to aid the staff of the Fetal Medicine Unit to deliver empathetic and all-encompassing care to these families.
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
As the maternity support worker, you will provide support to the team and the families throughout their journey within the Fetal Medicine Unit.
This role includes assisting the team, especially the midwives, to ensure that care during fetal medicine appointments is delivered efficiently, promptly, and with compassion.
The goal of this position is to free up time for trained professionals to apply their expertise in caring for pregnant individuals and their families, therefore we seek an individual who is enthusiastic, positive, and approachable, thriving in a dynamic yet caring environment. You will be dedicated to making sure our families experience the care and compassion that our team strives to provide at every visit. Attention to detail and effective communication are crucial, as is a good telephone presence and reliability in handling and relaying messages. Proficiency with the necessary IT systems is important, although training and support will be provided.
In this essential role you will, utilise venesection skills including chasing blood results, complete clinical observations; ensure the environment is prepared appropriately and that stock is available and ready for use.
This advert closes on Sunday 26 Jan 2025