Healthcare Assistant - Acute Cardiology Ward 6a

River Alliance of Wisconsin; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Healthcare Assistant (Band 2) to join the Acute Cardiac Ward 6a. This role involves assisting in providing basic patient care and support within a fast-paced environment, emphasizing teamwork and communication skills. Interested candidates should apply promptly as the vacancy will close once sufficient applications are received.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and hardworking.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Ward/Department team in providing high-quality basic patient care.
• Support patients and their families/carers under the supervision of a registered nurse.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Strong work ethic

Enthusiastic and hardworking

Capable of working in a fast-paced environment

Job description

A Vacancy at Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Position: Healthcare Assistant (Band 2)

Note: Band 2 roles are not eligible for sponsorship as they do not meet the required skill level (RQF 3 or A level and above), despite salary increases.

Role Summary

Under the supervision and guidance of a registered nurse, assist the Ward/Department team in providing high-quality basic patient care and support for patients and their families/carers.

Location

Acute Cardiac Ward 6a, specializing in cardiac conditions. The ward is fast-paced, primarily caring for cardiology patients.

Candidate Requirements

1. Enthusiastic and hardworking
2. Excellent communication skills
3. Ability to work as part of a team
4. Strong work ethic
5. Capable of working in a fast-paced environment

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply promptly as the vacancy will close once sufficient applications are received.

About Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

The Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, and Royal Liverpool University Hospital. It is part of the NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024, aiming to enhance patient care. The Group employs over 16,800 staff serving the Merseyside region, providing a range of general, emergency, and specialized services.

Additional Information

Aintree University Hospital is the designated trauma center for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside, hosting regional services including an award-winning stroke unit. Broadgreen Hospital offers elective surgical and diagnostic services, along with patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Womens Hospital specializes in women’s and babies’ health, delivering over 7,200 babies annually. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest in the country with all single inpatient bedrooms, focusing on complex and specialized care.

For roles at Liverpool Womens, please visit their careers page.

Application Details

Please refer to the attached detailed job description and main responsibilities for this vacancy. The application deadline is Wednesday, 21 May 2025.