Theatre Recovery Support Worker - Hands-on Training

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Preston; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking Recovery Support Workers to assist clinical staff and maintain a clean, safe recovery environment in our operating theatres. You will handle equipment flow, support patient care after surgery, and work within a dynamic NHS team.

Training through the Health Care Assistant Apprenticeship Pathway and Care Certificate is provided. Successful candidates will be adaptable, enthusiastic and capable of standing for long periods, with the

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, motivated and adaptable individuals required.
• Care Certificate recognises standards of care in the UK.
• Completion of Health Care Assistant Apprenticeship Pathway is required for safe practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinical staff in the Recovery department.
• Organise and maintain equipment and ensure clean/used items flow smoothly.
• Support recovery of patients after surgery and maintain infection control standards.
• Stand for long periods and perform manual handling tasks as needed.
• Work under supervision of operating department practitioners and theatre staff.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Adaptable

Manual handling

Stamina

Education

Health Care Assistant Apprenticeship Pathway

Care Certificate

Statement of Comparability (UK ENIC)

Job description

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking Recovery Support Workers to assist clinical staff and maintain a clean, safe recovery environment in our operating theatres. You will handle equipment flow, support patient care after surgery, and work within a dynamic NHS team.

Training through the Health Care Assistant Apprenticeship Pathway and Care Certificate is provided. Successful candidates will be adaptable, enthusiastic and capable of standing for long periods, with the