Healthcare Support Worker

Job summary

Following the latest Home Office legislation, Band 2 and Band 3 roles are not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the well-established Midlands Metabolic Bone Centre, which incorporates a Bone Densitometry Scanning (DXA) service, a Medical Metabolic Bone Clinic, Nurse Led Osteoporosis clinics; and the Fracture Liaison Service (FLS). The bone density scanning service performs over 5000 scans per year, using low dose X-rays to diagnose or assess the risk of osteoporosis, a health condition that weakens bones and makes them more likely to break. The service performs a full range of bone densitometry investigations for various specialities within the Trust and for GPs, is part of a fracture liaison service, and supports research studies. The Bone Densitometry Service is currently located at Bradwell Hospital and is equipped with 2 Hologic Horizon A bone densitometers.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an innovative Band 3 Healthcare Support Worker to work within the service. Are you a team player, flexible and forward thinking? Are you able to meet deadlines and follow instructions? Do you have a good telephone manner, great computer and database skills? If you're qualified to NVQ Level 2 or 3, with relevant experience in a hospital or care setting, with good admin skills we are looking for you.

The post is 37.5 hours per week and will be predominantly based at Bradwell Hospital. It is part of the wider Rheumatology Service and as such will have access to mentorship and support from a range of multi-professional colleagues within the specialty.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

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