Job summary
- Main area
- Theatre
- Grade
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Shift Pattern)
- Job ref
- 130-ACS230-0924-A
- Employer
- Swansea Bay University Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Singleton Hospital
- Town
- Sketty, Swansea
- Salary
- £24,433 - £26,060 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 05/11/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Senior Healthcare Assistant (Theatre Assistant)
Band 3
Welcome to Swansea Bay University Health Board. We welcome applications from people who share our values: caring for each other, working together and always improving.
Swansea Bay University Health Board reserve the right to close this vacancy after 24 hours if a large number of suitable applications are received. Therefore we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post.
Prior consideration for this vacancy will be given to staff currently awaiting redeployment and we therefore reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any stage.
The salary scale above has been agreed as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2024/2025 and will be implemented in November 2024 backdated to 1st April 2024 where applicable.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job overview
Singleton Hospital Theatre Department are currently looking to recruit a Senior Theatre healthcare assistant band 3 who has completed the Peri-operative QCF Level 3.
They are looking for hard-working, caring and motivated individuals to join us in this role. You will have the ability to work as part of a team and autonomously, must be a good communicator and have a flexible and pro-active approach to providing the best care for our patients.
The Senior Healthcare Assistant (Theatre Assistant) plays an essential role in the smooth running of Theatres providing assistance to registered staff in the delivery of a high standard of care.
If you have previous experience working within a theatre setting and have completed the peri-operative QCF level 3, we are very keen to hear from you.
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a flexible approach and adaptability. As when service demands, staff are required to work across all three hospital sites, within Swansea Bay University Health Board.
PLEASE NOTE: It is important to utilise the supporting information box at the bottom of the application form process. Use this space to tell us about your skills, why you want this role, your values and why you would be a good fit. We often receive a large number of applicants, so the supporting information is the best way for you to stand out!
Main duties of the job
The Senior Healthcare Assistant (Level 3) has a greater degree of autonomy than the Healthcare Assistant and undertakes a broader range of health and care in accordance with policy and procedures. The post holder will work on their own initiative, undertaking delegated tasks with appropriate supervision in place from a registered practitioner/assistant practitioner.
The Senior Healthcare Assistant (Level 3) will assist the Registered Practitioner/ Assistant Practitioner in the assessment, on-going assessment, planning, management and evaluation of care. Under direction of the Registered Practitioner/ Assistant Practitioner, supports appropriate individualised, clinical/risk assessments providing accurate feedback as necessary.
Deliver safe, high quality, compassionate care following individualised care plans and treatment interventions determined by the Registered Practitioner.
Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Practitioner/ Assistant Practitioner.
Support effective theatre efficiency and flow; collect patients and escort them to theatre, checking all relevant documentation and informing registered staff where there are any deviations.
Working for our organisation
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person specification
Qualification and knowledge
Essential criteria
- Minimum of Qualification Credit Framework – QCF Level 3 (formerly NVQ Level 3) in Perioperative Support /Agored Cymru Level 3 Diploma in Perioperative Support/ or equivalent qualification
- Knowledge of how to perform the non-scrubbed circulating role for perioperative procedures
- Knowledge of intraoperative patient positioning and repositioning
- Demonstrates an understanding of the scope of the role in the context of the theatre team
- Knowledge and understanding of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales
- Understanding of the Health Board’s Values and Behaviour Framework
Experience
Essential criteria
- Significant experience of working as a Healthcare Assistant in an operating theatre environment
- Experience of performing circulating role in different specialties
- Experience of providing training to new Healthcare Assistant (Theatre Assistant)
Desirable criteria
- Customer care skills
Values
Essential criteria
- Shows empathy and compassion towards others – a natural disposition to put yourself in someone else’s shoes. Sees and treats others as individuals (patient, families, colleagues) and treats people with dignity and respect
- Shows respect for others’ views and appreciate others’ inputs and encourage colleagues to display our values
- Willing to seek out learning, give and accept constructive feedback and committed to continuous improvement
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
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.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Tanya Bowen
- Job title
- Speciality Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01792 205666
- Additional information
Amanda Jones
01792205666 ext. 35620
Speciality manager, Theatres
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