Health Care Assistant Southampton, England
Job description
The Acute Surgical Unit is a fast paced assessment unit. ASU receives patients from the Emergency Department, GP surgeries, Clinics, Minor Injury Units.
We are looking for a committed, reliable, hard working individual to join our amazing team as a Health Care Support Worker.
ABOUT THE TEAM
We operate a 24 hours 7 days a week service consisting of 8 trolley spaces 4 side room and a waiting area.
ASU is based centre to two wards on F Level West wing.
We see on average 40 patients in a 24 hour period, this can vary day to day.
We run an exceptional service that contributes to the flow of the surgical patients and beds.
ASU staff support each other and encourage development.
Clinical accreditation outcomes have always been achieved.
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As one of the largest acute teaching Trust’s in England, we can offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. We believe you deserve the best possible surroundings in which to do your job and we want to support you in doing your job to the best of your ability.
As a Trust, we support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. You’ll have an opportunity to discuss this at interview. Our Live Well and inspire programme offers opportunities, support and advice, including smoking cessation services, exercise and activity classes, and support for mental health.
UHS employees are able to access a huge range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata) on appointment, can access on-site nursery facilities (subject to availability), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
You will assist in the provision of high quality care under the supervision of the registered nurse.
You will communicate with individuals taking into account individual needs and requests.
Undertake, record, report and escalate information relating to care accurately and in a timely manner.
You will learn a variety of clinical skills and general duties appropriate to the area.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for someone with previous experience in a caring role.
Understanding of the HCA role and hospital environment.
Ability to cope with demands and pressure
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Interviews will be held on Tuesday, 21 March 2023
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO APPLY
If you’re interested in applying for this role, we’d encourage you to get in touch using the contact information at the bottom of this advert with any questions or if you would like to arrange an informal visit. Alternatively, if you’re ready to apply, please follow the link below to complete an application.
