Nursing Support Worker(Theatre)

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leading pension

Generous leave

Flexible work

Career growth

Learning & development

Job summary

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is seeking a motivated Support Worker to assist the registered practitioner in caring for adult and paediatric patients around their operations, including setting up equipment and moving trays and patients.

The role covers circulating duties and theatres preparation for elective and some emergency procedures in the Ophthalmology Day Surgery Unit within Theatre Services.

Job description

This post will involve assisting the registered practitioner in looking after adult and paediatric patients before, during and after their operation. The post will involve setting up and moving lots of different types of equipment including heavy theatre trays and patients on trolleys to ensure an effective and efficient service for patients.

This post will involve circulating duties as well as setting up Theatres for both elective & some emergency procedures including but not limited to moving different types of equipment, instrument trays and patients on wheelchairs and trolleys. This is a physically and mentally demanding job and the successful candidate will have to prove they can be adaptable to keep up with this ever changing environment.

An opportunity has arisen for a motivated individual to join our busy team within Ophthalmology Day Surgery Unit, as part of Theatre Services. It will be possible to work full time or part time hours. This can be discussed at interview . This Vacancy is available for both novice and experienced Support Workers as specific in house training will be provided.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

We listen, learn, and improve

We treat everyone with respect

We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.