Job summary The Emergency Department at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital is a fast paced and dynamic department. We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated compassionate individuals to join our team to work in conjunction with the wider hospital team to deliver a high standard of care to all our patients. We are looking for kind, highly motivated individuals with a passion to provide excellent patient centred care to those admitted following an emergency. Your role will see you working hands-on alongside nurses, doctors and other team members to provide outstanding emergency care This post provides the opportunity to learn and develop additional clinical skills to work in the fast paced areas of the department such as triage and majors B. The individual will need to be motivated and act as a role model delivering high standards of care, supporting new initiatives and continuously striving to achieve an outstanding Emergency department. If you are dynamic, proactive, compassionate and caring with excellent clinical skills and interested in the challenge of embarking on a career working as part of a large team in a fast pace environment, we would love to hear from you. The emergency department continues to grow and morph into the Emergency Department of the future and with your help we will continue to be a centre of excellence. Main duties of the job Applicants should, as a minimum, have current experience as a healthcare assistant within an acute hospital setting. Phlebotomy is a required skill as this makes up an important part of the role. However, in addition, Emergency Care Technicians are expected to routinely record observations and ECGs, assist with wound closure and plastering, and assist patients with all activities of daily living as required. About us We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this. Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to: Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives. UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work. University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital. Date posted 07 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 304-1086066PM Job locations Queen Elizabeth Hospital Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Job description Job responsibilities Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Job description Job responsibilities Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Person Specification Qualifications Essential Evidence of completion of a Health Related Education and Development programme/ Care Certificate Desirable GCSE or equivalent to Level 2 Functional Skills Maths & English Experience Essential Experience of recent working in an acute hospital / provider led healthcare environment as an Health Care Support Worker Evidence of working in a multi-disciplinary and cross agency work environment Experience of carrying out assigned duties after training and using initiative Competent in a range of clinical skills and practices relevant to the scope of practice required Understanding of the principles of safeguarding and Mental Capacity Awareness of Health and Safety issues Has knowledge in relation to the parameters and scope of practice in which the post holder should work and when to seek advice and support of others Willingness to take on new skills and develop scope of practice Desirable Evidence of training / skills applicable to the role : phlebotomy / ability to record ECG's / PVC'S Evidence of training for plaster of paris Additional Criteria Essential Professional appearance Ability to adapt behaviour to changing circumstances Positive and enthusiastic attitude Caring and approachable Ability to communicate articulately and motivate others Flexible, Reliable and Punctual Willingness to work a range of shift patterns to cover service requirements Major Incident called to duty Cover shifts 24 hours 7 days a week pro rota Person Specification Qualifications Essential Evidence of completion of a Health Related Education and Development programme/ Care Certificate Desirable GCSE or equivalent to Level 2 Functional Skills Maths & English Experience Essential Experience of recent working in an acute hospital / provider led healthcare environment as an Health Care Support Worker Evidence of working in a multi-disciplinary and cross agency work environment Experience of carrying out assigned duties after training and using initiative Competent in a range of clinical skills and practices relevant to the scope of practice required Understanding of the principles of safeguarding and Mental Capacity Awareness of Health and Safety issues Has knowledge in relation to the parameters and scope of practice in which the post holder should work and when to seek advice and support of others Willingness to take on new skills and develop scope of practice Desirable Evidence of training / skills applicable to the role : phlebotomy / ability to record ECG's / PVC'S Evidence of training for plaster of paris Additional Criteria Essential Professional appearance Ability to adapt behaviour to changing circumstances Positive and enthusiastic attitude Caring and approachable Ability to communicate articulately and motivate others Flexible, Reliable and Punctual Willingness to work a range of shift patterns to cover service requirements Major Incident called to duty Cover shifts 24 hours 7 days a week pro rota 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 details Employer name University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Address Queen Elizabeth Hospital Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Employer's website https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)