RP219966 - Ward Housekeeper

NHS Scotland; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Aberdeen is seeking a Housekeeper to support the Links Unit at Woodend Hospital. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, be self-motivated, and be passionate about patient care. Experience in a clinical setting is a plus. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team focused on high-quality patient rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• Experience within a clinical setting is desirable but not essential.
• Must become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.

Responsibilities

• Join a multi-disciplinary team to deliver patient-focused care.
• Work using your own initiative and help develop the role of the housekeeper.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Compassionate

Job description

Overview

Woodend Hospital - Ward Housekeeper - Band 2. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Housekeeper to join the team within the Links Unit Woodend Hospital Aberdeen. Links@Woodend is a 22 bedded mixed rehabilitation unit caring for individuals who have undergone amputation or who are recovering from an orthopaedic injury/ surgery.

We are looking for a team player with excellent communication skills necessary to perform this role safely and efficiently. You should be able to work using your own initiative and have an active interest in developing the role of the housekeeper to meet the demands of the department. Successful applicants will be joining a well motivated and dynamic multi-disciplinary team who strive to deliver the highest level of care possible.

Candidates should be enthusiastic, dynamic, caring and compassionate, with a keen interest in Patient Rehabilitation. You should be self motivated, and strive to deliver high quality patient focused care. Experience within a clinical setting is desirable, although not essential, as supervision and support will be available to orientate you into the role.

Qualifications and Requirements

A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to appointment. NHS Grampian is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK) or Irish National, you are required to confirm your right to work in your application.

Additional Information

Salary for this post is pro rata to part-time hours if applicable. Interview Date - TBC. Please be aware this advert may close early if sufficient applications are received.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

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