Senior Healthcare Support Worker

NHS National Services Scotland; Clydebank; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Clydebank is seeking an enthusiastic Senior Healthcare Support Worker to join the Ophthalmology Eye Centre team. In this role, you'll perform various clinical and non-clinical duties, supporting patients in a busy environment. Training will be provided, and candidates should have an interest in healthcare. Strong communication skills and teamwork are essential. Flexible working options are available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a healthcare environment is desirable.
• Must comply with the Code of Conduct throughout employment.
• Achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical and non-clinical duties as delegated by nursing staff.
• Rotational work between pre/post op areas and theatres.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Enthusiastic team player

Education

SVQ 3 programme

Job description

The Eye Centre is a bespoke, purpose built center, integrating Ophthalmology Out Patient Clinics, Pre & post Op areas and Ophthalmology Theatres. The new unit aims to ensure a high level of quality and provision of elective Cataract services to meet the demands of an aging population.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Senior Healthcare Support Worker to join the Ophthalmology Eye Centre Team nursing team. You will perform clinical and non-clinical duties as delegated by the Charge Nurses and Registered Nurses.

Previous experience within a healthcare environment is desirable for this post and you will be expected to work towards completion of the SVQ 3 programme. You must be an enthusiastic team player with excellent communication skills and have a genuine interest in working within a busy Ophthalmology department. The post is rotational between areas in the department such as, pre/post op area and theatres. Training within these areas is provided and you are required to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.

The Eye Centre Clinical Education and Nurse Management Team will support the successful candidate to achieve all aspects of the role requirements.

For informal enquiries please contact: Katy Seaton SCN - 0141 951 4045 [e-mail]

NHS Golden Jubilee is open to considering flexible working options for this role.

This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

As a disability confident leader we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term health condition covered by the Equality Act 2010 and need support for any stage of the recruitment process please refer to the job pack for more information.

NHS Golden Jubilee encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Job Pack.

In line with the current UK Immigration Rules, this post may not meet the eligility criteria for a Certificate of Sponsorship to support a Skilled Worker Visa or a Health & Care Worker Visa. Overseas nationals should review alternative immigration options before applying for this role. Further information: www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration. Visas and immigration - GOV.UK