Health Care Support Worker

NHS Scotland; Inverness; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at NHS Scotland as a Health Care Support Worker in the Renal Unit. This entry-level position involves assisting nurses and delivering care to dialysis patients. Successful candidates will receive specialized training and participate in an SVQ level 3 program. The role is full-time and offers a chance to contribute to a vital healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic Band 3 HCSW to assist registered nurses.
• Receive renal-specific competency-based training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care for dialysis patients.
• Assist in a busy 15-bay unit serving approximately 60 patients weekly.

Education

SVQ level 3 education program

Job description

Join us as a Health Care Support Worker at NHS Scotland

The Renal Unit at Raigmore is seeking an enthusiastic Band 3 HCSW to join our dedicated team in delivering high-quality care for dialysis patients.

The renal department is a busy 15-bay unit serving approximately 60 patients weekly. The post holder will assist registered nurses and renal nurse practitioners.

Successful applicants will receive renal-specific competency-based training and participate in an SVQ level 3 education program.

For informal enquiries, contact Donna Muras at 01463 705861/6687 or via email at [e-mail].

NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity within our workforce, aiming for a truly representative environment where all employees feel respected and valued. We welcome applications from all sections of society.

Additional Information for Candidates

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NHS Highland, covering Highland and Argyll & Bute, is committed to fostering a positive environment aligned with NHS and Social Care values: Care and Compassion, Dignity and Respect, Openness, Honesty and Responsibility, and Quality and Teamwork.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

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