Job summary
We are seeking a Healthcare Support Worker (HCSW) to commence on Medical Assessment Unit (MAU) within in the Division of Medicine.
If you wish to be considered for the position available please click apply now to complete an application form. Throughout the application form, and particularly in the supporting information, please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet each of the criteria on the person specification.
Candidates are required to present original certificates for qualifications at interview stage.
Please note this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received.
Main duties of the job
Function as a team member of the Multidisciplinary Team by assisting the Registered Nurse in the delivery of effective high quality patient care. All work undertaken by the post holder will be under direct supervision of the Registered Nurse.
About us
Choose Well - Choose WWL
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals, NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values.
WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.
On-Call
Please note that senior positions (AFC band 8A or above) may be expected to participate in an on-call rota, if the role is predominantly operational.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
Key results from the job holder
Planning and Organisational Duties
- Participate in meetings and handover to discuss patients progress and care.
- Monitor and maintain stock level on ward / department.
- Undertake errand duties which include;
- Transporting specimens.
- Collecting instruments / drugs.
- Collecting case notes as required.
- Assist in the preparation of patient case notes as required.
Communications and Key Working Relationships
- To communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and high quality care is provided to all patients
- Maintain effective working relationships with ward colleagues particularly those highlighted within the organisational chart above.
Responsibility for Finance
- To be aware of the need for cost effective use of resources when delivering the service.
- Liaise with Estates and Works Departments in respect of all maintenance issues.
- Check the ward has sufficient stock to meet the patient and staff needs.
- Complete daily checking of equipment and returning of equipment to loan store.
Responsibility for Human Resources
- Adhere to Trust Policies, Procedures and Guidelines.
- Ensure compliance with Mandatory training requirements in accordance with Trust Policy.
Responsibility for Health & Safety
Compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 the post holder is required to fulfil a proactive role towards the management of risk in all of their actions. This entails the risk assessment of all situations, the taking of appropriate actions and reporting of all incidents, near misses and hazards, and a statutory duty of care for their own personal safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.
Responsibility for Teaching
- Attend mandatory training as directed by Trust.
Work Circumstances & on-call
- Shifts of 6 or 12 hours to include nights and weekends. Rosters are planned and released six weeks in advance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
Key results from the job holder
Planning and Organisational Duties
- Participate in meetings and handover to discuss patients progress and care.
- Monitor and maintain stock level on ward / department.
- Undertake errand duties which include;
- Transporting specimens.
- Collecting instruments / drugs.
- Collecting case notes as required.
- Assist in the preparation of patient case notes as required.
Communications and Key Working Relationships
- To communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and high quality care is provided to all patients
- Maintain effective working relationships with ward colleagues particularly those highlighted within the organisational chart above.
Responsibility for Finance
- To be aware of the need for cost effective use of resources when delivering the service.
- Liaise with Estates and Works Departments in respect of all maintenance issues.
- Check the ward has sufficient stock to meet the patient and staff needs.
- Complete daily checking of equipment and returning of equipment to loan store.
Responsibility for Human Resources
- Adhere to Trust Policies, Procedures and Guidelines.
- Ensure compliance with Mandatory training requirements in accordance with Trust Policy.
Responsibility for Health & Safety
Compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 the post holder is required to fulfil a proactive role towards the management of risk in all of their actions. This entails the risk assessment of all situations, the taking of appropriate actions and reporting of all incidents, near misses and hazards, and a statutory duty of care for their own personal safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.
Responsibility for Teaching
- Attend mandatory training as directed by Trust.
Work Circumstances & on-call
- Shifts of 6 or 12 hours to include nights and weekends. Rosters are planned and released six weeks in advance.
Person Specification
Addtional
Essential
- Flexible and able to work on any ward and site within the Trust
- Ability to work internal rotational shifts
- Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation
Knowledge
Essential
- An interest in healthcare services
Desirable
- Knowledge of individualised patient care delivery
Skills
Essential
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to demonstrate a positive attitude and caring demeanour
- Ability to challenge unacceptable behaviour
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working within a care environment.
Desirable
- Previous experience working in a hospital setting.
- Experience in documenting in patient records.
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of basic level qualification in English and Maths or able to demonstrate equivalent experience
Desirable
- Experience in documenting in patient records.
- Blood sampling
- NVQ II in a healthcare subject or equivalent
Person Specification
Addtional
Essential
- Flexible and able to work on any ward and site within the Trust
- Ability to work internal rotational shifts
- Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation
Knowledge
Essential
- An interest in healthcare services
Desirable
- Knowledge of individualised patient care delivery
Skills
Essential
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to demonstrate a positive attitude and caring demeanour
- Ability to challenge unacceptable behaviour
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working within a care environment.
Desirable
- Previous experience working in a hospital setting.
- Experience in documenting in patient records.
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of basic level qualification in English and Maths or able to demonstrate equivalent experience
Desirable
- Experience in documenting in patient records.
- Blood sampling
- NVQ II in a healthcare subject or equivalent
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Albert Edward Infirmary
Wigan Lane
Wigan
WN1 2NN
Employer's website
http://www.wwl.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
