Emergency Department Assistant

NHS National Services Scotland; Inverness; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Inverness is seeking a part-time Band 3 healthcare support worker for the Emergency Department. Applicants must have 2 years of HCSW experience in an acute area. The role involves working closely with nursing and medical staff and requires the ability to work in a busy environment. The position offers training specific to the Emergency Department.

Qualifications

• 2 years HCSW experience in an acute area is required.
• Ability to work under pressure and use initiative.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with nursing and medical staff in the Emergency Department.
• Undergo training specific to the Emergency Department.

Skills

HCSW experience in an acute area

Computer skills

Ability to work in a busy environment

Job description

The Emergency Department has a 34.1hrs part time,12-month fixed term Band 3 post available. Applicants must have 2 Years HCSW experience in an acute area.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to undergoing training specific to the Emergency Department. As a valued member of the team the EDA works closely with both nursing and medical staff within the department. Applicants should be able to work in a busy sometimes stressful environment and be able to use their initiative. Computer skills would be helpful.

We are a busy department and see the full spectrum of patients with illness and injury, covering all ages; approximately 20% being paediatric. We prioritise teaching; have a strong team ethos and a drive for continued improvement.

For any informal enquires please contact Heather Johnstone SCN; tel: [phone]; email: [e-mail]

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

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