Healthcare Assistant - Theatres - fixed term

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK seeks a compassionate Healthcare Assistant to join their Theatre team. The successful candidate will provide exceptional care, assist in theatre operations, and participate in a flexible on-call system. Training will be offered to meet necessary standards. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Supportive induction process

Qualifications

• Previous healthcare experience is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work flexibly and on an on-call shift system.
• Must complete relevant training to meet standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care for patients in the theatre.
• Assist the wider theatre team with patient processes.
• Participate in the on-call shift system as needed.

Skills

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

GCSEs Grade A-C (9-4) in Maths and English

Health-related T-Levels

BTEC Health & Social Care

Job description

Job Overview

Join our Theatre team as a Healthcare Assistant!

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional patient care? We’re looking for compassionate individuals to join our Theatre Department as Healthcare Assistants.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a close-knit, supportive team where you'll play a vital role in the safe and smooth running of our theatres. You'll enjoy working as a team player and have a flexible attitude to meet service demands.

Previous experience is desirable, however relevant training to achieve the standards required will be given.

We are also welcoming applications from individuals who have completed health-related T-Levels or BTEC Health & Social Care courses.

• Please note It is essential that you possess GCSEs Grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent in Maths and English in order to apply for this post.

Main duties of the job

Our theatres are entering an exciting phase of transformation, with new services and facilities planned across both sites—The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and The Princess Royal Hospital. If successful, you will be based at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, however there may be a requirement to occasionally work cross-site, depending on clinical need.

Working as part of a team you will provide exceptional care for each patient, only ever caring for one patient at a time, enabling you to ensure you are always doing your very best for every patient every time.

You\'ll play an essential role in the smooth running of our theatres and help us maintain our exceptional levels of care. Theatre HCA's assist the wider theatre team with the safe passage of patients through the surgical pathway.

The department currently provides a 24-hour, seven-day emergency surgical service cross-site. Therefore, flexibility and a commitment to an on-call shift system is essential.

Working for our organisation

Joining us, you\'ll be part of our “Grow Your Own” workforce programme. This provides clear routes into further development, including the Nursing Associate or Operating Department Practitioner apprenticeship.

You will be supported throughout your induction, with a dedicated Theatre Professional Development team, a personal ‘HCA Buddy’, and regular feedback to help you feel confident in your role.

If you’re ready to make a real difference and grow your career in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.