Welcome to Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and thank you for your interest.
In addition to receiving tertiary referrals from across the South East of England, we have a network of ‘spoke’ sites at district general hospitals enabling our consultants to offer their expertise with routine treatments and consultations as close to patients’ homes as is possible. With the recent addition of video led ‘virtual’ consultations we also enable patients who have some distance to travel to avoid the additional stress and worry of a long journey.
Working at QVH combines the excitement, challenge and career opportunities of many larger organisations with the satisfaction of delivering excellent patient care that really does re-build our patients’ lives.
We also offer attractive benefits such as:
tailored personal development to support career aspirations, including accredited clinical and management development programmes
flexible working arrangements for a work-life balance that suits you and your needs
a dedicated reward programme, offering a range of national and local discounts, cashback and tax relief schemes
Sustainability
At Queen Victoria Hospital we want to be the first Net Zero Hospital in England, and to achieve that wants every member of staff to be a green champion. The way in which the Trust works has a significant impact on the organisation’s carbon footprint and that of our patients. From the heat, light and power supplies within the hospital to avoiding unnecessary patient journeys, the Trust is empowering all staff to create a sustainable health and care environment for future generations. The Trust expects all staff to reuse and recycle more, to use energy and water efficiently, to walk or cycle to work if you can, and to have a focus on sustainability in the workplace.
Surgical Ward
Canadian Wing is a 43 bedded unit specialising in Plastic, Maxillo-Facial and Corneoplastic surgery. We have opportunities for Health Care Assistants to join our busy and friendly team.
The ideal candidates will be empathetic, caring and compassionate. You will also be reliable, self-motivated and able to work as a member of the team assisting all staff in the daily running of the ward and providing high standards of care to patients.
Previous experience in a health care setting is desirable although orientation, training and supervision will be provided. Basic IT skills are beneficial. Queen Victoria Hospital offers developmental opportunities for Health Care Assistants. You will be enrolled on the Care Certificate and be given the opportunity to apply for the various apprenticeship programmes. Main duties of the job
The Healthcare Assistant will work as part of the team with supervision of registered practitioners to provide effective, safe patient-focused care at all times. Contribute to the development of the care environment with a positive, professional attitude. Contribute to the maintenance of daily provision of service and care to meet the individual needs of patients and department. Support the smooth running of the department and ensure patients, relatives and carers are dealt with in a friendly and efficient manner. Ensure that policies and guidelines are adhered to. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Prepare areas in preparation for receiving patients. Assist to ensure the department is restocked and maintain the cleaning of clinical areas. Comply with, and maintain Trust & Local Infection Control policies and procedures. Assist with the admission and discharge of patients. Work as part of a skilled team to support the provision of an effective and safe clinical service. Provide a safe, effective environment of care for patients, relatives and their carers. Support the registered practitioner in the delivery of direct and indirect patient care. Undertake a range of delegated clinical duties including record keeping, patient observations and specimen handling. Check sterilised equipment and ensure related paperwork is in order. Ensure all written documentation is completed, i.e. Patient care plans. Assist in the management of clinical equipment and report any problems to senior colleagues. Communicate with colleagues, patients and their relatives/carers in a professional and compassionate manner. Assist patients with activities of daily living while ensuring their privacy and dignity. Deal with queries and problems from patients and staff in a positive manner and escalate as appropriate. Ensure a safe environment in the department for patients/staff and visitors. Be prepared to extend knowledge and skills by rotation through the whole department. Assist in the evaluation of new equipment and resources. Undertake phlebotomy tasks as required upon completion of the competency. Use any information technology within the department. Carry out any other duties commensurate with the post within own capability. Person specification
Qualifications
A good standard of secondary education NVQ in healthcare or equivalent Experience
Experience of team working Experience of caring for and supporting patients in a care/hospital environment The closing date given is a guide only. There may be occasions when we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. You are therefore advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Employer certification / accreditation badges This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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Canadian Wing is a 43 bedded unit specialising in Plastic, Maxillo-Facial and Corneoplastic surgery. We have opportunities for Health Care Assistants to join our busy and friendly team.
The ideal candidates will be empathetic, caring and compassionate. You will also be reliable, self-motivated and able to work as a member of the team assisting all staff in the daily running of the ward and providing high standards of care to patients.
Previous experience in a health care setting is desirable although orientation, training and supervision will be provided. Basic IT skills are beneficial. Queen Victoria Hospital offers developmental opportunities for Health Care Assistants. You will be enrolled on the Care Certificate and be given the opportunity to apply for the various apprenticeship programmes. Main duties of the job
The Healthcare Assistant will work as part of the team with supervision of registered practitioners to provide effective, safe patient-focused care at all times. Contribute to the development of the care environment with a positive, professional attitude. Contribute to the maintenance of daily provision of service and care to meet the individual needs of patients and department. Support the smooth running of the department and ensure patients, relatives and carers are dealt with in a friendly and efficient manner. Ensure that policies and guidelines are adhered to. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Prepare areas in preparation for receiving patients. Assist to ensure the department is restocked and maintain the cleaning of clinical areas. Comply with, and maintain Trust & Local Infection Control policies and procedures. Assist with the admission and discharge of patients. Work as part of a skilled team to support the provision of an effective and safe clinical service. Provide a safe, effective environment of care for patients, relatives and their carers. Support the registered practitioner in the delivery of direct and indirect patient care. Undertake a range of delegated clinical duties including record keeping, patient observations and specimen handling. Check sterilised equipment and ensure related paperwork is in order. Ensure all written documentation is completed, i.e. Patient care plans. Assist in the management of clinical equipment and report any problems to senior colleagues. Communicate with colleagues, patients and their relatives/carers in a professional and compassionate manner. Assist patients with activities of daily living while ensuring their privacy and dignity. Deal with queries and problems from patients and staff in a positive manner and escalate as appropriate. Ensure a safe environment in the department for patients/staff and visitors. Be prepared to extend knowledge and skills by rotation through the whole department. Assist in the evaluation of new equipment and resources. Undertake phlebotomy tasks as required upon completion of the competency. Use any information technology within the department. Carry out any other duties commensurate with the post within own capability. Person specification
Qualifications
A good standard of secondary education NVQ in healthcare or equivalent Experience
Experience of team working Experience of caring for and supporting patients in a care/hospital environment The closing date given is a guide only. There may be occasions when we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. You are therefore advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Employer certification / accreditation badges This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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