Day Surgery Healthcare Assistant – Flexible Hours

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust; Kidderminster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Kidderminster is seeking a highly motivated Healthcare Support Worker to assist in their Day Surgery unit. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills and experience in patient care, including assisting with admissions and monitoring vital signs. Required qualifications include NVQ levels 2 and 3 in Health and Social Care along with relevant GCSEs. Join a dedicated team focused on providing outstanding patient care in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a healthcare assistant.
• Experience of working in day surgery.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the unit is adequately prepared at the start of the day.
• Welcome patients and undertake vital sign observations.
• Assist trained nurse with patient admissions.
• Maintain a safe and clean clinical environment.
• Monitor stock to ensure efficient resource use.
• Chaperone patients during examinations.
• Assess patients' wellbeing and seek additional support.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

Qualified to NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care

Qualified to NVQ level 3

Job description

A healthcare service provider in Kidderminster is seeking a highly motivated Healthcare Support Worker to assist in their Day Surgery unit. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills and experience in patient care, including assisting with admissions and monitoring vital signs. Required qualifications include NVQ levels 2 and 3 in Health and Social Care along with relevant GCSEs. Join a dedicated team focused on providing outstanding patient care in a supportive environment.