health care support worker in theatre

Hywel Dda University Health Board; Carmarthen; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Carmarthen seeks a skilled professional to assist in providing patient care within the peri‑operative team. Candidates should have a level 3 qualification in Agored Cymru Perioperative support or be working towards it. Strong communication skills and knowledge in various medical specialities are required, and Welsh speakers are encouraged to apply. This role entails on-call duties and ensuring high standards of patient care while collaborating within a diverse team.

Qualifications

• Agored Cymru Perioperative support, level 3 qualification, or working towards this qualification.
• Desirable: ability to communicate in Welsh.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled assistance to the registrant and the wider peri‑operative team in the circulating role.
• Provide patient care in accordance with health board policy.
• Participate as a member of the peri‑operative team and communicate effectively.
• Commit to an out‑of‑hours and on‑call schedule.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work within time constraints

Knowledge of Orthopaedic trauma

Knowledge of Ophthalmology

Knowledge of Gynaecology

Knowledge of Obstetrics

Knowledge of ENT

Knowledge of Urology

Knowledge of Emergency theatres

Education

Agored Cymru Perioperative support, level 3 qualification

Job description

Overview

Our Hywel Dda values reflect who we are and how we behave. We continuously work together to be the best we can be as we strive to develop and deliver excellent services, putting people at the heart of everything we do. Throughout our recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you would demonstrate these values in the way that you work with us.

The Hywel Dda University Health Board reserves the right to close vacancies after 24 hours if a large number of suitable applications are received. We encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled assistance to the registrant and the wider peri‑operative team in the circulating role.
• Provide patient care in accordance with health board policy and knowledge of the specialities affiliated with Glangwili General Hospital.
• Participate as a member of the peri‑operative team and exercise excellent communication skills while working to exact timeframes.
• Commit to an out‑of‑hours and on‑call schedule.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Agored Cymru Perioperative support, level 3 qualification, or working towards this qualification.
• Knowledge of Orthopaedic trauma, Ophthalmology, Gynaecology, Obstetrics, ENT, Urology and Emergency theatres.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work within time constraints.
• Desirable: ability to communicate in Welsh. English and/or Welsh speakers are welcome to apply and the Health Board offers support to meet Welsh language requirements.

Commitment to Bilingualism

The Health Board supports staff in fully embracing the need for bilingualism, enhancing patient and service‑user experiences. Welsh speakers are encouraged to apply. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh; any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Services & Facilities

• Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest.
• Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire.
• Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings.
• 47 general practices (six managed by the health board); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and eight ophthalmic domiciliary providers.
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services.

Application Notes

Interviews will be held on 08/01/2026. Please contact our recruitment campaigns team directly via Email: [email protected].