Clinical Support Worker - Patient Care & Scan Prep (NHS)

Sfh Tr; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Newark is looking for a Clinical Support Worker to join the Medicine team at Newark Hospital. The role supports clinical teams, helps prepare patients for scans, and ensures accurate documentation while delivering compassionate care.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, with a focus on patient experience, safety, and smooth pathways from admission to discharge.

Qualifications

• Must understand basic requirements for personalised and individualised care.
• Recognition of a person’s right for privacy and dignity
• Awareness of Safeguarding issues
• Experience of working as a team
• Previous care work experience
• Previous experience in a hospital setting
• Flexible approach and ability to work varied shifts including nights and weekends

Responsibilities

• Support patients throughout their journey from arrival to discharge.
• Prepare patients for scans and ensure documentation is completed.
• Provide reassurance and support to enhance patient experience during visits.
• Collaborate with administrative and clinical colleagues to ensure seamless, high-quality service.

Skills

Communication skills (verbal & written

Teamwork

Care experience

Education

GCSE Maths and English or equivalent

Care Certificate

Apprenticeship Level 3 in Care

Job description

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Newark is looking for a Clinical Support Worker to join the Medicine team at Newark Hospital. The role supports clinical teams, helps prepare patients for scans, and ensures accurate documentation while delivering compassionate care.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, with a focus on patient experience, safety, and smooth pathways from admission to discharge.