Patient Care Support Specialist

NHS National Services Scotland; Stonehouse; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave 35 days

NHS pension

Incremental salary progression

Sick pay increases

NHS discounts

Job summary

NHS Lanarkshire is seeking a dedicated healthcare assistant to join a multidisciplinary team, supporting registered nurses in delivering high quality patient care. You will help maintain hygiene, safety and order within the ward environment.

This role offers NHS benefits, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to work across acute services in Lanarkshire. A supportive team and structured progression await the successful candidate.

Qualifications

• SVQ III in healthcare or equivalent practical experience.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform patient care tasks in a busy ward.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assigned tasks to support direct patient care under a registered nurse.
• Maintain hygiene, order and safety in the ward environment.
• Participate in ongoing personal and professional development.

Skills

Teamwork and multidisciplinary

Communication skills

Care tasks under supervision

Hygiene and safety awareness

Education

SVQ III in healthcare (or equivalent)

Job description

NHS Lanarkshire is seeking a dedicated healthcare assistant to join a multidisciplinary team, supporting registered nurses in delivering high quality patient care. You will help maintain hygiene, safety and order within the ward environment.

This role offers NHS benefits, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to work across acute services in Lanarkshire. A supportive team and structured progression await the successful candidate.