Health Care Assistant

Full Time Position

ECG Department

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute towards the care of ECG patients referred to the service.

Work as part of a team and duties will be delegated by the registered healthcare professional.

Act within the scope of your training and competence, knowing who to ask for help and support if you are not sure.

Communicate compassionately and effectively with individuals and their families, carers and health care practitioners using a range of techniques, maintaining confidentiality and using tact, empathy, persuasion and reassurance.

Your IT skills will be utilised using various software used in the day to day preparation and running of clinic sessions and completion of paperwork used daily in the planning and implementation of care for the patient.

Under supervision of a registered healthcare practitioner, undertake delegated procedures within the limits of required training and measured competence, where appropriate. For example, patient moving and handling, and providing personal care.

Monitor levels of supplies and order supplies for the department as appropriate.

Maintain and further develop your own skills and knowledge through development and learning activities; maintain evidence of your personal development and actively prepare for and participate in appraisal.

Working for Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust offers all the benefits of coast and country living with the convenience of big city life.

We have miles of unspoilt coastline on our doorstep, attractive commuter towns, picturesque villages and stunning countryside all within easy reach. Excellent transport links mean the vibrant, historic city of Liverpool is only a short journey away. Shops, bars, restaurants, museums, galleries, a World Heritage listed waterfront and, of course, two Premiership football teams makes this a destination for travellers from across the world.

The University of Liverpool has awarded us the status of University Clinical Education Centre in recognition of the high standard of training provided for students on placement to the Trust.

We pride ourselves in providing safe, clean and friendly care, and recruit to our SCOPE values. We also offer a range of family friendly options to staff.

Please see Job Description for Full Details

Advertising date - 16th March 2023

Closing date - 24th March 2023

Shortlisting date - 28th March 2023

Interview date - TBC