Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Band 2 Healthcare Support Workers (HCSW) to join our happy and cohesive Emergency Department team as we start a multi million transformation and expansion. Have you got recent experience as a HCSW in an acute setting and are enthusiastic, motivated, keen learner, innovative and forward thinking? If so, we would like to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
We are a busy working environment with a high turnover of patients which sees and treats children and adults with a range of conditions including minor injuries, major trauma, medical and surgical emergencies and mental health conditions. Clinical working areas include Majors, EDAU and Resus. We have a dedicated clinical practice educator team to ensure robust support and education as you begin your new journey.
We have full time vacancies for motivated Healthcare Support Workers to join the Emergency Department Team. If you enjoy working in a busy demanding environment and are able to work on your own initiative, then this may be the job for you. This job involves internal rotation for all ED staff and we work 12.5 hour shifts (1 hour break), day and night.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
We regret that we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates under 18 years old. If you are 17 years and 9 months, you can apply but please be aware we will not be able to start your role until you are 18.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
We regret that we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates under 18 years old. If you are 17 years and 9 months, you can apply but please be aware we will not be able to start your role until you are 18.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Maths Functional skills level 1/ GCSE D-G English
- Functional skills level 1/ GCSE D-G
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Health Care or related field
- Completion of the Care Certificate
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of good communication skills
- Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
- Evidence of ability to maintain accurate and legible documentation.
- Effective time management skills
- Ability to work independently following verbal or written instructions
Desirable
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors.
- Have awareness for Health & Safety
- Awareness of own developmental needs within the post.
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Understanding of the Band 2 role
- Minimum of 6 months experience in acute hospital setting, caring for people who are unwell
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Maths Functional skills level 1/ GCSE D-G English
- Functional skills level 1/ GCSE D-G
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Health Care or related field
- Completion of the Care Certificate
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of good communication skills
- Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
- Evidence of ability to maintain accurate and legible documentation.
- Effective time management skills
- Ability to work independently following verbal or written instructions
Desirable
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors.
- Have awareness for Health & Safety
- Awareness of own developmental needs within the post.
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Understanding of the Band 2 role
- Minimum of 6 months experience in acute hospital setting, caring for people who are unwell
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.
