Job summary
We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated and dynamic Health Care Assistant to join Ward 33 / 24. The Haematology / Oncology wards are based at the Bradford Royal Infirmary NHS Trust within the division of unplanned care.
Both wards are 12 bedded, accommodating Oncology / Haematology patients who are admitted onto the wards for diagnostic investigations, various systemic anti-cancer treatments, and acute complications and for palliative care support. The wards work closely with the acute oncology service and the Haematology / Oncology day unit. We are a strong nursing team in an exciting specialized areas, the team is enthusiastic, innovated, well-motivated and dedicated to deliver high standards of care.
Main duties of the job
Brief Description of the Role:
The post holder will be responsible for direct care, under the supervision of a registered nurse. Health care assistant experience within the hospital setting is desirable, experience as a health care assistant within health is essential.
About us
At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.
We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.
In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Summary of most important Experience/Skills/Qualifications required:
NVQ II in Care (or equivalent)
Completed Care Certificate
Literacy and numeracy skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Capable of team work
Caring and supportive attitude
We can offer staff gymnasiums on both hospital sites, final salary pension scheme including life assurance cover and advice on childcare.
For further information contact : Ward Manager Andrea Jones (01274 364366)
We can offer staff gymnasiums on both hospital sites, subsidised restaurants, Excellent pension scheme including life assurance cover and childcare facilities.
Closing Date:
Interview Date: TBC
Job description
Job responsibilities
Summary of most important Experience/Skills/Qualifications required:
NVQ II in Care (or equivalent)
Completed Care Certificate
Literacy and numeracy skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Capable of team work
Caring and supportive attitude
We can offer staff gymnasiums on both hospital sites, final salary pension scheme including life assurance cover and advice on childcare.
For further information contact : Ward Manager Andrea Jones (01274 364366)
We can offer staff gymnasiums on both hospital sites, subsidised restaurants, Excellent pension scheme including life assurance cover and childcare facilities.
Closing Date:
Interview Date: TBC
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Care work in a care home, community care or hospital setting or experience of working in a customer service setting
Desirable
- Informal experience of care
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates a caring, compassionate and empathetic approach to people. Has a professional approach to work
- Motivation and commitment to provide a high standard of care
- Good written communication in respect of documentation
- Good communication/interpersonal skills with a range of people
- Ability to organise and conduct own work in a professional manner
- Is able to work as part of a team, under the supervision of a registered nurse
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Understanding of what the NHS Constitution means to you, and your responsibilities to the public, patients and colleagues.
- Understands the limits and scope of their job role and the need to only do tasks they have been trained to do. Knows when to escalate to a registered nurse when a situation is beyond their scope of practice
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum NVQ Level 2 in health/health and social care, QCF Diploma in health, *GNVQ, *BTEC in health or health and social care (*required to complete care certificate if not already achieved)
- English equivalent to a minimum of level 2 on the National Qualification Framework
- Numeracy skills equivalent to level 2 on the National Qualification Framework
Desirable
other requirements
Essential
- Able to undertake shift work including nights, evenings, weekends and bank holidays
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Care work in a care home, community care or hospital setting or experience of working in a customer service setting
Desirable
- Informal experience of care
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates a caring, compassionate and empathetic approach to people. Has a professional approach to work
- Motivation and commitment to provide a high standard of care
- Good written communication in respect of documentation
- Good communication/interpersonal skills with a range of people
- Ability to organise and conduct own work in a professional manner
- Is able to work as part of a team, under the supervision of a registered nurse
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Understanding of what the NHS Constitution means to you, and your responsibilities to the public, patients and colleagues.
- Understands the limits and scope of their job role and the need to only do tasks they have been trained to do. Knows when to escalate to a registered nurse when a situation is beyond their scope of practice
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum NVQ Level 2 in health/health and social care, QCF Diploma in health, *GNVQ, *BTEC in health or health and social care (*required to complete care certificate if not already achieved)
- English equivalent to a minimum of level 2 on the National Qualification Framework
- Numeracy skills equivalent to level 2 on the National Qualification Framework
Desirable
other requirements
Essential
- Able to undertake shift work including nights, evenings, weekends and bank holidays
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.
