Compassionate Surgical Ward Healthcare Assistant

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Bangor; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board invites applications for a Band 2 Healthcare Assistant in the Surgical Ward. The role involves rotating within the ward, supporting both emergency and elective patients and working under supervision of a Registered General Nurse.

Candidates should have basic numeracy and literacy, and Level 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent. Welsh language skills are desirable; all applications in Welsh or English are welcome.

Qualifications

• Experience to fulfil the requirements of the post.
• Experience of dealing with the public.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
• Level 2 in health and social care or equivalent experience.
• Desirable: Completion of all Wales Induction Framework.
• Welsh language ability desirable (Welsh and/or English speakers welcome).

Responsibilities

• Work within the Surgical Unit to support emergency and elective patients on the surgical pathway.
• Undertake patient care tasks under supervision of a Registered General Nurse.
• Be part of a ward team providing care in a busy hospital environment.

Skills

Experience with the public

Communication skills

Welsh/English language ability

Education

Level 2 in health and social care or equivalent experience

Job description

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board invites applications for a Band 2 Healthcare Assistant in the Surgical Ward. The role involves rotating within the ward, supporting both emergency and elective patients and working under supervision of a Registered General Nurse.

Candidates should have basic numeracy and literacy, and Level 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent. Welsh language skills are desirable; all applications in Welsh or English are welcome.