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Clinical Support Worker - HaematologyinAirdrieinAirdriePUBLISHED THU 9 JAN 2025

NHS ScotlandFollow NHS Scotland

Opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team, enhancing collaborative skills and teamwork.
Ability to carry out patient care duties autonomously, promoting independence and confidence in clinical skills.
Supportive work environment that encourages personal and professional development, including participation in continuing education.
Generous leave entitlements, including a minimum of 27 days annual leave and additional public holidays, promoting work-life balance.
Membership benefits including NHS Pension Scheme, providing financial security and life insurance.
Access to comprehensive support services for both work-related and personal challenges, including occupational health and counseling.
Engagement in a meaningful role that has a direct impact on patient care and well-being in the community.
The Clinical Support Worker - Haematology position at NHS Scotland in Airdrie involves assisting registered nurses in delivering care to patients within the Haematology Ward at University Hospital Monklands. The role includes maintaining hygiene, order, and safety in the ward while performing a variety of patient care tasks, often unsupervised, within a multidisciplinary team environment. Candidates should possess an SVQ III in healthcare or equivalent experience, along with strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.

This permanent, full-time role (37 hours per week) features a rotational working pattern and offers benefits such as a minimum of 27 days of annual leave, NHS Pension Scheme membership, and access to occupational health services. NHS Lanarkshire is dedicated to creating a supportive work environment that fosters professional development and reflects the diverse makeup of the community it serves. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early due to anticipated high levels of interest.
Opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team, enhancing collaborative skills and teamwork.
Ability to carry out patient care duties autonomously, promoting independence and confidence in clinical skills.
Supportive work environment that encourages personal and professional development, including participation in continuing education.
Generous leave entitlements, including a minimum of 27 days annual leave and additional public holidays, promoting work-life balance.
Membership benefits including NHS Pension Scheme, providing financial security and life insurance.
Access to comprehensive support services for both work-related and personal challenges, including occupational health and counseling.
Engagement in a meaningful role that has a direct impact on patient care and well-being in the community.

Here are 5 questions you could be asked if you apply for this job: Start practice interview...
1. Can you describe your relevant experience working in a healthcare or caring environment?
2. You mentioned working towards an SVQ III in healthcare. What motivated you to pursue this qualification, and how do you think it will benefit your role as a Clinical Support Worker?
3. How do you approach working as part of a multidisciplinary team? Can you provide an example of a successful collaboration?
4. Effective communication is crucial in a clinical environment. Can you share an instance where your communication skills helped resolve a misunderstanding or conflict?
5. What specific patient care tasks are you comfortable performing, and how do you ensure they are completed efficiently even in a busy environment?
1. Can you describe your relevant experience working in a healthcare or caring environment?
2. You mentioned working towards an SVQ III in healthcare. What motivated you to pursue this qualification, and how do you think it will benefit your role as a Clinical Support Worker?
3. How do you approach working as part of a multidisciplinary team? Can you provide an example of a successful collaboration?
4. Effective communication is crucial in a clinical environment. Can you share an instance where your communication skills helped resolve a misunderstanding or conflict?
5. What specific patient care tasks are you comfortable performing, and how do you ensure they are completed efficiently even in a busy environment?
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Useful skills for a Clinical Support Worker - Haematology:
To work as a Clinical Support Worker (CSW) in the UK, you typically need a combination of personal attributes, practical skills, and knowledge relevant to the role. Here’s a list of key skills and qualities that are often essential:
1. Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication is crucial when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and being sensitive to the needs and feelings of patients is vital in providing support and care.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare staff, including nurses, doctors, and other support workers.
4. Attention to Detail: Being vigilant and accurate in tasks to ensure patient safety and proper care delivery.
5. Basic Clinical Skills: Familiarity with basic clinical procedures, such as taking vital signs, assisting with mobility, or basic patient hygiene.
6. Emotional Resilience: Being able to cope with the emotional demands of the job, especially in challenging or distressing situations.
7. Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and keep organized records.
8. Adaptability: Flexibility to respond to varying patient needs and changing healthcare environments.
9. Basic IT Skills: Competence in using hospital systems, care management software, and other technology as necessary.
10. Health and Safety Awareness: Knowledge of basic health and safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for both patients and staff.
11. Understanding of Patient Confidentiality: Awareness of data protection and confidentiality laws (e.g., GDPR) related to patient information.
12. Cultural Competence: Being respectful and understanding of diverse cultures and backgrounds of patients.
 


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