Senior Healthcare Support Worker, Outpatients SPH

Job overview

We are looking for candidates with excellent communication skills, a desire to learn and passion to develop and improve. Previous outpatient experience is welcome, but 6-12 months experience from within an acute setting in the NHS is necessary, with a care certificate issued by the Trust being a requirement.

We have an exciting opportunity  to join our team. One full time post. Monday - Friday. Part time  37.5 hours per week

If you are enthusiastic, motivated and looking for an opportunity to be part of a dynamic team of dedicated staff then this unique opportunity to join our team at Ashford and St Peters NHS Foundation Trust could be for you!

Full training and support will be given.

Informal visits to the department are welcome so you can come and meet us and see the way that care is delivered.

Please contact Sister Liz Cosnahan to arrange a visit – [email protected] or call 01932 722048.

Main duties of the job

Working as a Healthcare Support Worker in an Outpatient environment within the hospital setting.

Carry out assigned tasks involved with patient care as delegated by the Charge Nurse/Sister whilst maintaining the privacy and dignity of patients.

To assist in the provision of high-quality fundamental care to patients whilst supporting the clinicians in the smooth running of clinics.

This will be whilst demonstrating excellent care, compassion and communication and to be guided by the trust’s values and policies

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached documents for the job specification and responsibilities of the role of the health care assistant.