Senior Healthcare Assistant - Bournemouth Renal Satellite Unit

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Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Senior Healthcare Assistant for its Bournemouth Renal Satellite Unit. The role involves delivering compassionate patient care in a dynamic team environment. Ideal candidates will have NVQ 3 in renal care or be working towards it, along with relevant experience. This is an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals looking to develop their skills in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience at Band 2 in NHS primary or secondary care.
• Willingness to start HCSW apprentice level 3 qualification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standard of care to patients attending for Haemodialysis.
• Work with the dialysis team in a supportive environment.
• Potential for role expansion to band 4 with development of enhanced clinic skills.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Documentation

Education

NVQ 3 in renal care

Educated to Secondary School Level

Job description

Main area Dialysis Bournemouth Grade NHS AfC: Band 3 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (short shifts of 7.5 hours x5 days a week) Job ref 405-25-CS281BRSU

Employer Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Bournemouth Renal Dialysis Unit, UHD Royal Bournemouth Hospital Town Bournemouth Salary £24,625 - £25,674 Per Annum Salary period Yearly Closing 06/07/2025 23:59

Senior Healthcare Assistant - Bournemouth Renal Satellite Unit

NHS AfC: Band 3

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Job overview

Due to expansion, an exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Dialysis team at Dorchester Dialysis Unit.

The role involves working with a progressive, welcoming, supportive team to deliver a high standard of care to patients attending for Haemodialysis in an outpatient setting.

Main duties of the job

The right candidate will be able demonstrate they have a professional demeanour and a passion for delivering efficient, compassionate, individualised and holistic care to patients.

There are plans to expand the unit in the future, and when this occurs there may be scope for a dynamic, highly motivated candidate to be supported to develop enhanced clinic skills to band 4 level.

You will be working at the Dorset County Hospital Dialysis Unit.

A minimum of 1 year experience at Band 2 in NHS primary or secondary care with Dialysis experience is necessary. Already undertaking or willingness to start HCSW apprentice level 3 qualification or equivalent would be an advantage.

Successful applicants will be required to work variable shifts between the hours of 06.00-23:30 Monday - Saturday, and there may be opportunities/ requirements to rotate to in-patient ward at DCH and satellite unit at Royal Bournemouth Hospital.

**Previous applicants need not apply**

We regret that we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates under 18 years old. If you are 17 years and 9 months, you can apply but please be aware we will not be able to start your role until you are 18.

Working for our organisation

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [e-mail] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person specification

Skills & Abilities

• Evidence of ability to work with minimal supervision by registered nursing staff
• Evidence of good communication skills
• Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
• Evidence of ability to maintain accurate and legible documentation
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors

Experience

• Sufficient experience working as a nursing assistant
• Understanding of Band 3 role

Education, Qualifications & Training

• NVQ 3 in renal care / renal competencies or working towards achieving these qualifications
• Educated to Secondary School Level

Our Mission

Outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them.

Our Vision

Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

Our Values

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

For more information, please use the link below to read our joint strategy for Dorset County Hospital and Dorset Healthcare.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

Please read the job description and person specification carefully to ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience required.

The closing date/interview date is subject to amendment; this vacancy may therefore expire at short notice, so we recommend that you submit an application at your earliest convenience. We reserve the right to close any vacancies without notice.

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email; therefore it is important that you check your personal email account regularly.

Unfortunately we are unable to respond to every application; if we do not contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date, please be advised that you not have been shortlisted on this occasion.

You can contact us on 01305 254655 to find out whether you have been shortlisted or if you would like feedback.

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This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Gloria Willey Job title Senior Sister- Bournemouth Renal Satellite Unit Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 03000194139