Health Care Assistant - Gynaecology Ormskirk FTC 12 months

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Health Care Assistant - Band 3 Full time (37.5 hours) - 12 months FTC

We have an exciting new opportunity within our Gynaecology outpatients department, for a talented, highly motivated individual who wants to make a difference to our patient experience. We are looking for a caring and committed individual who would like to develop their knowledge and skills within this challenging and rewarding environment. Communication skills and the ability to work as part of a multi-professional team are critical to the success of the role. Previous experience of working within an acute hospital setting is essential along with current experience in an acute setting. You should have also completed NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent level study. Staff are expected to be flexible with their availability as there is a 12-hour rotational shift pattern in place with internal rotation between day and night duty. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS.

Main duties of the job:

• Work with all members of the multi-disciplinary team to deliver the Trust’s vision and values providing safe, high quality, compassionate, person centred care to children and their families.
• Support/supervise learners, new staff and junior staff where required.
• Record patient information in accordance with local and trust policies.
• Undertake personal care duties for patients within the care setting accessing supervision from a registered healthcare practitioner.

Person specification:

• Frequent moderate effort for several long periods during the shift such as manual handling patients to supporting patient’s personal care.
• Concentration, focus and frequent record keeping requirements.
• Aware that developing resilience to distressing situations is necessary without losing the ability to care compassionately.
• Aware of the process for accessing staff health and wellbeing support.
• Able to carry out direct clinical care as required on ward or department.

Skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Able to work within a team.
• Experience of supporting junior staff and learners.
• Able to accept direction and guidance.
• Aware of own limitations.
• Able to prioritise own workload and manage time effectively.
• Flexible, adaptable and responsive to change.
• Reliable and professional.
• Able to cope in stressful and challenging situations.
• Inclusive and non-judgmental.
• Punctual, motivated and committed.
• Effective role model demonstrating Trust values.
• Basic IT skills.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Demonstrable experience of working in a patient care/health related role.
• Knowledge of personal care and related procedures.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation related to healthcare.
• Experience of working in a team.

Qualifications:

• NVQ level 3 Health & Social care or equivalent.
• Care Certificate (equivalent to level 1).
• Literacy and numeracy functional skills level 2 or equivalent.

Thank you for considering an application to work for Mersey West Lancashire NHS Trust. MWL is an exciting and forward-thinking NHS Trust who are one of the best places to work for in England.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: We actively cultivate a professional environment of fairness, equality, dignity, and respect for all individuals. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and value the unique skills, perspective and experience you bring.

The Trust operates anonymous shortlisting where no personal information about you, including your name or personal details are shared with the recruiting manager.

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.