{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nHealthcare Assistant, Endoscopy with Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, United Kingdom\n\n Job Summary Working as part of the Endoscopy Department team assistin the delivery of a high standard of care to patients undergoing Endoscopic procedures, acting in a professional manner at all times. Be able to communicate in a manner that is understood and always in a polite and respectful manner. Enable patients to meet all their personal needs in accordance with individual preferences and clinical need. Ensure that the patients comfort and dignity is respected at all times. Assist in the movement of patients to ensure maximum comfort and safety at all times. Assist in maintaining specialised endoscopic equipment in good working order, identify any faults in the equipment and report to the Registered Nurse. Assist in ensuring that the department area is kept clean and tidy, e.g. participating in general housekeeping, adhering guidelines in the disposal of dirty linen etc in accordance with UHB Policies. Care of the endoscopes, Decontamination , Endoscope drying cabinets and storage cabinets in line with current guidelines. Main duties of the job Assist the qualified nurse in the preparation of endoscopy theatres according to procedures on the theatre list including all specialised equipment required. Will be required to manoeuvre patients on wheelchairs; move and transfer patients using manual handling aids as required. Assist patients/clients into the correct position on the endoscopy trolley, ensuring that care is taken over their pressure areas. Assist during the endoscopic procedure in relation to patient placement as requested by the endoscopy practitioner, for example, supporting the patient's abdomen during an endoscopic procedure. Assist the endoscopy practitioner with the support of the endoscopic equipment as requested. Assist the endoscopist in taking pathology specimens, for example, operate biopsy forceps with a high degree of efficiency and speed. Undertake the correct procedure for cleaning and disinfection of endoscopes as well as assisting in cleaning and sterilization of reusable endoscopic accessories under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. Care of the endoscopes, Endoscope drying cabinets and storage cabinets in line with current guidelines. Undertake the correct procedure when outside workers visit the unit to maintain equipment in line with estates policy. About Us Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of the NHS Wales family. Our Health Board provides primary, secondary and community health and wellbeing services to around 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We Live By Our Core Values We listen, learn and improve We treat everyone with respect We all work together as one team We are a proud local employer; around 80% of our 15000 workforce live within our region, making our staff not only our lifeblood of our organisation but of the diverse communities that we serve. Date posted 21 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 110-ACS083-0325 Job locations Prince Charles Hospital Gurnos Merthyr Tydfil CF47 9DT Job Description Job responsibilities Assist the qualified nurse in the preparation of endoscopy theatres according to procedures on the theatre list including all specialised equipment required. Will be required to manoeuvre patients on wheelchairs; move and transfer patients using manual handling aids as required. Assist patients/clients into the correct position on the endoscopy trolley, ensuring that care is taken over their pressure areas. Assist during the endoscopic procedure in relation to patient placement as requested by the endoscopy practitioner, for example, supporting the patients abdomen during an endoscopic procedure. Assist the endoscopy practitioner with the support of the endoscopic equipment as requested. Assist the endoscopist in taking pathology specimens, for example, operate biopsy forceps with a high degree of efficiency and speed. Undertake the correct procedure for cleaning and disinfection of endoscopes as well as assisting in cleaning and sterilization of reusable endoscopic accessories under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. Care of the endoscopes, Endoscope drying cabinets and storage cabinets in line with current guidelines. Undertake the correct procedure when outside workers visit the unit to maintain equipment in line with estates policy. Responsibilities Job description Job responsibilities Assist the qualified nurse in the preparation of endoscopy theatres according to procedures on the theatre list including all specialised equipment required. Will be required to manoeuvre patients on wheelchairs; move and transfer patients using manual handling aids as required. Assist patients/clients into the correct position on the endoscopy trolley, ensuring that care is taken over their pressure areas. Assist during the endoscopic procedure in relation to patient placement as requested by the endoscopy practitioner, for example, supporting the patients abdomen during an endoscopic procedure. Assist the endoscopy practitioner with the support of the endoscopic equipment as requested. Assist the endoscopist in taking pathology specimens, for example, operate biopsy forceps with a high degree of efficiency and speed. Undertake the correct procedure for cleaning and disinfection of endoscopes as well as assisting in cleaning and sterilization of reusable endoscopic accessories under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. Care of the endoscopes, Endoscope drying cabinets and storage cabinets in line with current guidelines. Undertake the correct procedure when outside workers visit the unit to maintain equipment in line with estates policy. Person Specification Experience Essential Pervious care experience Ability to adapt to changing environment Desirable Previous endoscopy experience "}