Opportunity to work in a JAG accredited Endoscopy Unit, enhancing professional credibility.
Access to training and development to gain necessary competencies in a specialized field.
Contribute significantly to patient care by ensuring smooth patient flow and timely procedures.
Be part of a supportive and motivated team focused on patient-centered care.
Enjoy flexible working opportunities that promote a healthy work-life balance.
Access to a comprehensive benefits package, including generous annual leave and health and wellbeing activities.
Possibility for career progression within a large, established NHS Trust serving a diverse community.
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a motivated Health Care Assistant for its JAG accredited Endoscopy Unit in Salford. The role involves working flexibly within a dedicated team to support both inpatient and outpatient endoscopic procedures, focusing on ensuring patient flow and minimizing delays in the department. Candidates will receive training to develop the necessary competencies for the Endoscopy Unit while being committed to personal and professional development.
The Trust, which serves over a million people across Greater Manchester, emphasises patient-centered care and the importance of its core values: care, appreciate, and inspire. In return for their contributions, employees will benefit from a competitive compensation package that includes a generous annual leave allowance and flexible working opportunities, promoting a better work-life balance.
The Trust, which serves over a million people across Greater Manchester, emphasises patient-centered care and the importance of its core values: care, appreciate, and inspire. In return for their contributions, employees will benefit from a competitive compensation package that includes a generous annual leave allowance and flexible working opportunities, promoting a better work-life balance.
We require an enthusiastic and highly motivated Health Care Worker to play an important role in our JAG accredited, Endoscopy Unit Recovery Plan.
There will be a need to work flexibly to meet the needs of the Endoscopy service, a commitment to personal/professional development.
You will be working within a team of highly skilled and motivated staff where patient focus is our priority. You will be provided with training to gain the required Endoscopy Unit competencies.
The Endoscopy Units' within the Trust perform a variety of standard and advanced Endoscopic procedures for both out-patients and in-patients.
Your main focus will be ensuring patient flow throughout the department and preventing delays for inpatients and outpatients so we can fully utilise lists.
Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria required to qualify for sponsorship
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and were always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
We are currently in process of updating our values. For the latest information around our values and behaviours, please visit our careers website www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliMWWs read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliMWWs
There will be a need to work flexibly to meet the needs of the Endoscopy service, a commitment to personal/professional development.
You will be working within a team of highly skilled and motivated staff where patient focus is our priority. You will be provided with training to gain the required Endoscopy Unit competencies.
The Endoscopy Units' within the Trust perform a variety of standard and advanced Endoscopic procedures for both out-patients and in-patients.
Your main focus will be ensuring patient flow throughout the department and preventing delays for inpatients and outpatients so we can fully utilise lists.
Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria required to qualify for sponsorship
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and were always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
We are currently in process of updating our values. For the latest information around our values and behaviours, please visit our careers website www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliMWWs read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliMWWs
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To work as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you will need a variety of skills and qualities to provide effective care and support to patients. Here are some essential skills and qualifications:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
2. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport with patients and providing emotional support is crucial.
3. Compassion and Empathy: Understanding the feelings and experiences of patients to provide the best possible care.
4. Physical Stamina and Strength: The role may involve lifting and moving patients, as well as being on your feet for long periods.
5. Teamwork: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated care.
6. Patience and Resilience: Caring for patients, especially those with complex needs, can be challenging, so patience is essential.
7. Attention to Detail: Noticing changes in a patient's condition and following care plans accurately.
8. Basic IT Skills: Many healthcare environments use electronic patient records, so familiarity with computers is beneficial.
9. Organizational Skills: Managing your time and priorities effectively to ensure that all patient needs are met.
10. Understanding of Health and Safety Regulations: Knowledge of infection control, safeguarding, and maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff.
11. Basic Clinical Skills: Depending on the setting, you may need skills such as taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure), assisting with personal care, and understanding basic medical terminology.
Qualifications
While formal qualifications are not always required to become an HCA, some employers may prefer candidates with:
- Relevant Experience: Experience in care settings, either paid or voluntary, is highly valued.
- NVQs or Diplomas: Qualifications in Health and Social Care, such as an NVQ Level 2 or 3, can enhance your employability.
- Basic First Aid Certification: Having this certification can be beneficial.
Additional Training
Many employers offer on-the-job training, and you may also be expected to complete mandatory training courses, such as:
- Manual handling
- Health and safety
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children
- Infection prevention and control
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