Healthcare Assistant - Elective Orthopaedic Surgery

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution in Liverpool is seeking an experienced HCA to join their Joint Replacement/Elective Orthopaedic Ward. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 and will be responsible for preparing patients for theatre, assisting in post-operative care, and ensuring all aspects of personal care. This role offers both full-time and part-time posts and is integral to patient support and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in post-operative care and patient support.
• Ability to carry out personal care and hygiene tasks.
• Understanding of health and safety guidelines in a healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Preparing patients for theatre.
• Assisting in post-operative care under supervision.
• Recording patient observations.
• Documentation of care plans.
• Preparing and serving patient meals.

Skills

Experience as HCA

Knowledge of patient care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Job Title

A Vacancy at Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Location

Liverpool, Broadgreen site.

Job Type

Full Time and Part Time posts.

Overview

Join the Joint Replacement/Elective Orthopaedic Ward (Ward 2) and work as an experienced HCA with NVQ Level 3.

Responsibilities

• Preparing patients for theatre.
• Post‑operative care of patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Assist patients in meeting their hygiene needs and carry out all aspects of personal care and grooming.
• Recording of patients observations; general observations of patients, reporting anything untoward to Registered Nursing Staff.
• Documentation of care plans on PENS.
• Preparation and serving of patient meals, drinks and snacks; assisting/feeding patients as necessary.
• Reporting patients dietary intake as indicated in the plan of care.
• Carry out any movement and handling within safe practice guidelines and patients’ manual handling plan.
• Assist in the prevention of pressure sore development as directed by the Registered Nurse in conjunction with the patient’s plan of care.
• Obtaining specimens from patients for ward or laboratory testing.
• Ensure due regard is given to customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients and carers.
• General duties: support all individuals through effective communication; general bed making/making up of clean beds; clear and clean vacated bed spaces and prepare ready for use according to the ward/unit protocol; assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment and following Infection Control guidelines and policies.

Closing Date

This advert closes on Thursday 30 Oct 2025.