Healthcare Assistant - Trauma and Orthopaedics

NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Liverpool is seeking a Healthcare Assistant for its Trauma & Orthopaedics unit. The position offers a pro-rata salary of £24,465 for a part-time role involving a variety of patient care responsibilities. The ideal candidate must have a willingness to undertake NVQ level 2, along with the ability to communicate clearly with patients and staff. This role includes essential duties such as assisting with personal hygiene, meal preparation, and patient mobility support.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated willingness and capability to undertake NVQ level 2.
• Suitable work/life experience is essential.
• Desirable: Previous experience in a caring role.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal hygiene and grooming.
• Support patients in managing incontinence.
• Measure fluid intake and output using fluid balance charts.
• Prepare and serve meals, drinks, and snacks.
• Complete menu forms and liaise with the catering department.
• Carry out movement and handling within safe practice guidelines.
• Use mobility appliances to maintain or improve patient mobility.
• Prevent pressure sore development.
• Obtain specimens from patients for testing.
• Assist with last offices and general observations.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Effective interpersonal relationships

Clear communication skills

Education

NVQ level 2

Job description

Job Summary

Healthcare Assistant – Trauma & Orthopaedics (Band 2, Permanent). 37.5–23 hours per week, day and night shifts. Working at Aintree University Hospital, 27‑bed acute trauma and orthopaedic unit covering all orthopaedic needs in Liverpool.

Location & Salary

Aintree University Hospital, Ward 4, Liverpool, L9 7AL. Salary £24,465 per annum pro‑rata.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal hygiene and grooming, including emptying catheter bags.
• Support patients in managing incontinence and maintain privacy and dignity during toileting.
• Measure fluid intake and output using fluid balance charts and report to the registered nurse.
• Prepare and serve meals, drinks and snacks; assist in feeding where necessary.
• Complete menu forms and liaise with the catering department regarding meal numbers; report dietary intake as per the care plan.
• Carry out movement and handling within safe practice guidelines and the patient’s manual handling plan.
• Use exercise and mobility appliances to maintain or improve patient mobility as directed by individual care plans.
• Prevent pressure sore development in conjunction with the registered nurse and the patient’s care plan.
• Obtain specimens from patients for ward or laboratory testing; escort patients to clinical departments.
• Assist the registered nurse with last offices and general observations, reporting any untoward events.

Qualifications

Essential: Demonstrated willingness and capability to undertake NVQ level 2.

Experience

Essential: Suitable work / life experience. Desirable: Previous experience in a caring role.

Knowledge & Skills

• Basic computer skills (desirable).
• Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the healthcare setting.
• Clear written and spoken communication skills.

Disclosure & Sponsorship

This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check and will consider applications from skilled workers needing sponsorship.