Theatre Support Assistant - Ophthalmology (Band 2)

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in York and North Yorkshire seeks a compassionate Theatre Health Care Support Worker to support patients and ensure their comfort during procedures. Responsibilities include escorting patients, communicating concerns to practitioners, and maintaining a clean environment. The position starts at Band 2 and can progress to Band 3 with experience and training. This role offers comprehensive NHS benefits, including a generous holiday allowance and relocation support for qualified candidates.

Benefits

NHS Pension Scheme

27 to 33 days holiday

Relocation package up to £18k

Employee Assistance Programme

NHS Car Lease scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Discounts from providers

Qualifications

• Compassionate and caring individual with a focus on patient care.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support patients in making choices about their care.
• Escort patients to theatre, acting as 3rd person in anaesthetic room.
• Inform registered practitioner of patient concerns.
• Dispose of bodily fluids and soiled linen per Trust policy.
• Support patients undergoing procedures physically and psychologically.
• Act as a messenger and porter for required items.
• Assist registered practitioner with patient admissions and discharges.
• Support basic life support skills procedures.
• Restock supplies and maintain equipment.
• Keep areas clutter-free.

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in York and North Yorkshire seeks a compassionate Theatre Health Care Support Worker to support patients and ensure their comfort during procedures. Responsibilities include escorting patients, communicating concerns to practitioners, and maintaining a clean environment. The position starts at Band 2 and can progress to Band 3 with experience and training. This role offers comprehensive NHS benefits, including a generous holiday allowance and relocation support for qualified candidates.