Apprentice support worker - Cardiac Cath Lab

Integrated Care System; Norwich; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Norwich is seeking an Apprentice Support Worker to join the Cardiac Cath Lab. This 14-month fixed-term apprenticeship offers hands-on experience with a focus on patient care in a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates will possess good communication skills and the ability to work under pressure. Training will be provided, and a commitment to completing the Healthcare Support Worker Level 2 Apprenticeship is essential. Join us to contribute to excellent patient care while developing your career in the NHS.

Benefits

Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service

Discounted gym memberships

Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement

Wagestream - access pay as you earn

On-site Nursery

Free 24-hours confidential counselling

Qualifications

• Good general standard of education.
• Good standard of literacy and numeracy.
• Must be willing to successfully complete the Healthcare Support Worker Level 2 Apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Support the multidisciplinary team in caring for patients pre and post procedures.
• Complete regular observations post procedure.
• Ensure excellent communication with patients during their stay.

Skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to record information accurately

Education

4 GCSEs at Grade D/3 or above

Job description

Apprentice support worker - Cardiac Cath Lab

**14 month Fixed Term Contract - Apprenticeship **The Cardiac Cath Lab is a procedural, multidisciplinary area where all team members work closely together to provide the best experience and care possible to elective and emergency patients requiring cardiac procedures.

Our innovative Cardiology department's Cardiac Cath labs comprise of 5 procedure rooms, a recovery area and an Elective Unit. Procedures completed in the cath lab include coronary diagnostic procedures, interventional angioplasty, Electrophysiology Studies and Pacemaker insertion. In addition we run a 24 hour heart attack service which is provided out of hours on an on call basis. Our service currently entails 2.5 GA lists a week supporting complex pacing and electrophysiology procedures. We also have a fortnightly cardioversion list.

Staff development is a priority and as a department we offer multiple training opportunities to staff. We regularly put staff through the Training Nursing Associate training to aim to become a band 4 within our area.If you want to join a supportive, dynamic area, the cath lab is the place for you.

Main duties of the job

As an apprentice support worker in the Cath Labs you would;

Support the multidisciplinary team in caring for patients pre and post procedures.

Complete regular observations post procedure escalating any concerns to a registered staff member.

Ensure patients are eating and drinking appropriately pre and post procedure.

Maintain excellent communication with patients during their stay in the cath lab and recovery area.

Assisting the multidisciplinary team in completing procedures including conscious sedation, completing frequent monitoring and reassurance to patient during procedures.

Support multidisciplinary team in maintaining excellent infection control standards within the department.

Assisting in equipment checks and ensuring documentation on checklists is up to date.

Ensuring cath labs and recovery area is stocked safely and efficiently to support productive working.

About us

Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!

The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.

We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:

• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
• Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
• On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
• On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

Job responsibilities

We welcome applications from individuals wishing to become an Apprentice and gain experience in the NHS. You will develop new skills and knowledge whilst working with an established team gaining valuable work experience and a recognised apprenticeship qualification.

You will be enrolled with a local education provider and will be required to complete your Healthcare Support Worker Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard qualification within the duration of the placement.

Eligibility CriteriaAll applicants must be:

• Aged 16+
• Resident in the UK/EEA for the last three consecutive years
• Must not have a qualification in a similar subject at the same level or above
• Must not be in any form of formal government-funded education
• upon the start of their apprenticeship

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• Good general standard of education
• 4 GCSEs at Grade D/3 or above (or equivalent) subject to the job specification
• Good standard of literacy and numeracy
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

The NNUH are pleased to be able to offer a variety of challenging apprenticeships. Should you be selected for interview we may wish to discuss with you a range of alternative positions for you to consider.

Please note that this advertised position, which is part of occupation code 6131 does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa. The Trust would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

Please note due to high volume of applications for some posts, this post may close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role asap.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• 4 GCSEs at D/3 or above (ideally to include Maths and English)
• Must be willing to undertake and successfully complete the Healthcare Support Worker Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard during the 14-month contract of employment
• Achievement of Functional Skills (Maths/English) will be a mandatory requirement if necessary

Experience

• Experience of working with people

Skills

• Good, communication skills - oral and written
• Able to record information accurately
• Able to undertake non-sedentary duties for long periods of time
• Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
• Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• Calm and able to work under pressure, especially from patients and others presenting at reception
• Discretion and maintenance of confidentiality

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.