Health Care Support Worker - Medical

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

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Glasgow is seeking a Healthcare Support Worker for the Gastroenterology ward. Responsibilities include ensuring safe patient care and contributing to a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience at Band 2 level in an acute hospital setting. The organization promotes professional development through mentorship and education.

Benefits

Mentorship and education support

Diversity and inclusion culture

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience at Band 2 level in an acute hospital setting.
• Ability to demonstrate high professional standards of care.
• Effective work within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and effective care that enhances patient experience.
• Utilise knowledge and skills in assessing, planning, and implementing care.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Experience at Band 2

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

The shift pattern for this post is rotational, days, nights and weekends.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Healthcare Support Worker to join our team within Gastroenterology ward 11 of Glasgow Royal Infirmary.

The post holder will be expected to ensure safe and effective care that enhances the patient experience. You should have at least 1 year experience at Band 2 level in an acute hospital setting. You will be able to demonstrate high professional standards of care and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team setting. You will utilise a broad range of knowledge and skills in the assessment, planning and implementation of care for our patients.

We are passionate about supporting the well-being and development of our team and you will be supported through mentorship and education from our Clinical Nurse Educator.

Informal contact: Rikki Nelson, SCN, On 0141 451 5152 or email [e-mail]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde - NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitable candidates.