Location: Shepton Mallet, United Kingdom Job Category:
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22.01.2025 Expiry Date:
08.03.2025 Job Description:
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+ make a difference for every patient If you are an experienced Healthcare Assistant with a strong understanding of how a Theatre operates then we have just the role for you. We are looking for a Theatre Healthcare Assistant to join our busy Theatre team in our Shepton Mallet Hospital. You will be a vital member of the Theatre team, providing support to the qualified staff, ensuring a safe and effective clinical service is provided to all users across the Theatre. You will provide a patient-focused service within the unit, expanding the role appropriately under supervision and guidance of a trained nurse. This will include ensuring documentation is kept up to date, liaising with other providers and the wider team at the hospital. You will also take responsibility for booking pre-assessment appointments. Main duties of the job Support the registered nurse and operating department practitioner in implementing an agreed plan of care in association with the patient and in accordance with instructions and training received. Promote safe patient care and be willing to develop and apply new skills to maintain and enhance clinical service delivery. Help promote and maintain an environment conducive to meeting the needs of the patient. Contribute to a team approach to patient care in conjunction with theatre colleagues and all members of the multidisciplinary team. Participate in regular theatre meetings and attend other unit meetings. Provide support and assistance to qualified staff. Be responsible for cleaning/washing theatre & equipment between and after cases. Assist with transportation of patients to and from the ward. Monitor and maintain stocks of material and equipment at appropriate levels within the theatres, as delegated by qualified theatre practitioners. Take part in monthly stock counts. Liaise with representatives from suppliers regarding stock of implants. Utilise and complete relevant documentation correctly. Actively participate as a member of the theatre team, communicating with patients and colleagues, working at all times with others to achieve the organisation's goals. Assist the team in achieving the optimal outcome for patient care. About us The role involves direct contact with patients and their families on a physical and psychological level and therefore you need to be empathetic, friendly and have good interpersonal skills as well as: Experience in a Theatre environment The ability to promote safe patient care Willingness to develop and apply new skills to maintain and enhance the delivery of our clinical service The ability to recognise and give priority to the needs of patients while maintaining respect, dignity and having an individualised approach to patient services What you can expect in return Monday to Friday with the occasional Saturday shift. An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits Flexible shifts that enable you to work around other commitments Varied career development opportunities If you have any questions, contact or call 07971030100. Applicant must have the right to work in the UK Job responsibilities Qualifications Essential HCA experience in theatres needed Desirable HCA experience in theatres needed Experience Essential HCA experience in theatres needed Desirable HCA experience in theatres needed Additional Criteria Essential HCA experience in theatres needed Desirable HCA experience in theatres needed
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