Job Summary
If you are looking for a position within Surgery then this post is for you!
We are seeking a highly motivated Health Care Assistants with enthusiasm to develop knowledge and experience of patients with colorectal, upper-gastrointestinal, urological and gynaecological conditions.
On our unit we offer support, both physically and mentally to all our patients from diagnosis, transitional from surgery and continually throughout their treatment plan. The acute setting can sometimes be very challenging but is very rewarding.
The Surgical Enhanced Care Unit is a fast paced working environment which gives staff the opportunity to use multiple transferable skills to provide the highest level of care to our patients. Working in the surgical triage department will give you lots of new experiences as we take patients from multiple specialities.
The post will offer lots of additional training and personal and professional support will be provided throughout. If you have an interest and experience in general surgery then this exciting new opportunity to work on our friendly and dynamic unit is for you!
Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria required to qualify for sponsorship.
Main duties of the job
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU
You will support the nursing staff and provide excellent patient care whilst maintaining the trust values at every opportunity. Some of your duties will include:
1. Supporting patients with their activities of daily living
2. Assist and support with personal hygiene needs whilst promoting independence
3. Support preparing and escorting patients to theatre
4. Timely clinical interventions: venepuncture, cannulation, ECG, collecting blood products, gathering equipment for nursing interventions, physiological observations
5. Prepare and transfer patients to discharge lounge/destinations
6. Prepare clinical area for new patients and support admissions
7. Support bed moves within the clinical area.
8. Educate new staff on ward processes
9. Actively support mandatory training; undertaking train the trainer
10. Support the ward with maintaining patient safety, including meal times and enhanced observation at times
11. Support individualised patient care; reviewing quality
About Us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Date posted: 20 March 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 3
Salary: £24,071 to £25,674 a year pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 236-SCO-CS090-25
Job locations: Salford Royal Hospital, Stott Lane, Salford, M6 8HD
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy (GCSE English and Maths Grade D-G)
* NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or a Level 3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship - or equivalent experience
* Care Certificate
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
* Experience of working within a team
* Commitment to undertaking continuous professional development (CPD)
Desirable
* Demonstrates an interest or previous experience in supporting other health care staff and learners
* Experience of working as a Care Support Worker or equivalent in a Health or Social care setting
Essential
Skills & Abilities
* Good communication (written and verbal skills)
* Basic IT skills
* Good organisational skills
Desirable
* Evidence of clinical skills e.g. venepuncture, cannulation, ECGs
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.
Employer details
Employer name: Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Salford Royal Hospital, Stott Lane, Salford, M6 8HD
Employer's website: https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/
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