Healthcare Assistant • Blackpool Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nHealthcare Assistant with Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Blackpool, England, United Kingdom\n\nAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated band 3 HCA to join the highly skilled/ dedicated ophthalmic surgical team. This will be a part time vacancy working in The Ophthalmic Surgical Unit. Working hours include Monday- Sunday 7.30-7 pm over a 4- 5 day period covering on calls. The Ophthalmic Surgical unit provides sight saving treatment for people across Lancashire/ Cumbria and beyond using state of the art facilities designed with high quality patient focused care at the forefront. The Ophthalmic surgical unit is a specialised department which integrates The Medical Retina Unit, macular service, two theatres a recovery area and an ophthalmic day surgery ward offering a number of clinical settings within the unit. The department is considered one of Blackpool Victoria Hospitals greatest assets treating up to 11,000 patients annually. This role is predominately working in a theatre/ clean room setting, assisting with Ophthalmic procedures. To assist all members of the multi-disciplinary team to meet individual patient needs and maintain a healthy patient environment within the Ophthalmic Surgical Unit. Participate fully in the delivery of planned care, applying and evaluating advanced clinical skills as delegated by a registered nurse. Preparing a patient for theatre, initiating the WHO process and administering anaesthetic eye drops prior to the procedure. To work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of the patients and their families. As an integral member of the team you would be involved in procedures such as: Retinal detachments (PPV) Cataract surgery Plastic surgery Biopsies Laser eye surgery Emergency and trauma surgery Due to restructuring within the unit in an attempt to grow our expanding service we require a passionate and positive individual who have pride and joy in their work. The ideal candidate would receive full on the job training in a supportive environment with a team that values you. We also offer: A structured mentorship programme, supportive of individuals learning strategies and needs Encouragement for staff to take on projects to take the department forward, where each contribution is valued. Due to the high number of candidates applying for previous vacancies please apply as soon as possible as the post may close early if enough suitable candidates apply. Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients. As one of the United Kingdom’s largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents – it’s not just a good place to work; it’s a great place to live . In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Nicky Kirby Job title: Ophthalmic Surgical Unit Manager Email address: nicola.kirby@nhs.net Telephone number: 01253 953131 For further information or to arrange an informal visit please do not hesitate to contact the unit on 01253 957421 requesting the unit manager Charlotte Palmer or Nicola Kirby."}