Health Care Support Worker • Swansea Swansea University
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{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nHealth Care Support Worker with Swansea University in Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom\n\n Job Summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified, friendly, hardworking and experienced healthcare support worker to join the multi-disciplinary team within the Sexual Health Department. We are looking for an enthusiastic and well- motivated individual who has excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative. This is a busy post set in Sexual Health, which includes the Pregnancy Advisory Service (abortion care). Areas of work include the Sexual Health Clinic in Singleton Hospital, Neath Port Talbot Hospital, and satellite venues throughout Swansea Bay and Neath Port Talbot. 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 post holder contributes to assessment and assists in the development, implementation and evaluation of individualised care plans. The post holder should have experience within the healthcare environment, knowledge of the fundamentals of care, understanding of basic physiology and the principles of safeguarding. Skills in venepuncture would be desirable but not essential. It is essential that the post holder will be able to work with discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times, whilst being caring and compassionate. Please Read The Job Description Fully. The post holder will be expected to travel between clinics between Neath Port Talbot and Swansea. The post-holder will work flexibly with other members of the team across Swansea Bay University Health-board in the overall provision of care within the Sexual Health Service. The post holder will be directly responsible to the Lead Nurse and will work in close liaison with the clinicians within their team. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. About Us We believe staff are our best asset and wewant 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 ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you. There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand 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 thatour 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. Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 130-ACS260-1024 Job locations Singleton Hospital Sketty Lane Swansea SA2 8QA Job Description Job 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 role will adhere to Health Board values of caring, working together and always improving as we strive to provide high quality care. Responsibilities Job description Job 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 role will adhere to Health Board values of caring, working together and always improving as we strive to provide high quality care. Person Specification Qualifications Qualifications and/or Knowledge Essential Minimum of Qualification Credit Framework - QCF Level 3 or equivalent Desirable Evidence of maintaining their personal development Knowledge and understanding of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales Understands the principles of confidentiality Understands the principles of consent Understanding of the Health Board's Values and Behaviour Framework Experience Essential Significant experience of working as a Healthcare Assistant Aptitude and Abilities Essential Caring, compassionate attitude to patients and clients Able to communicate effectively with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team Able to undertake specific procedures involving physical skills commensurate with practice area e.g. recording of vital signs, venepuncture Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety. Other Essential Excellent timekeeping and a flexible approach to work. Desirable Shows resilience, adaptability and flexible approach as situations arise and positivity when times are tough. Friendly and helpful disposition Person Specification Qualifications and/or Knowledge Essential Minimum of Qualification Credit Framework - QCF Level 3 or equivalent Desirable Evidence of maintaining their personal development Knowledge and unders"}