Healthcare Assistant - Elective Centre East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust inBurnley inBurnley PUBLISHED FRI 20 DEC 2024

Opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse healthcare environment, providing care across various clinical areas.
Gain valuable experience and skills by working under the supervision of registered nurses and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team.
Flexible shift patterns including days, twilights, nights, and weekends, allowing for work-life balance.
Access to comprehensive induction programs, mentorship, and in-house training to support professional development.
Contribution to high standards of patient care for a variety of surgical specialties, including Orthopaedics, General Surgery, and more.
Membership in the NHS pension scheme, offering financial security and benefits.
The Healthcare Assistant role at the Elective Centre of East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust in Burnley involves supporting a registered nurse in providing high-quality care to adult patients undergoing various surgical procedures. Key responsibilities include maintaining a tidy and well-stocked environment, assisting with the direct care of patients, preparing transfer equipment, and ensuring the safe moving and positioning of patients. The role requires the candidate to work flexibly across different shifts, including days, nights, and weekends, in a busy, physically demanding environment.

Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, be in good health, and be willing to participate in training programs. The position offers mentorship, access to NHS pensions, and a uniform. Responsibilities also include collaborating with the multi-disciplinary team, adhering to safety policies, participating in clinical audits, and promoting equality and diversity within the workplace. The successful applicant will actively contribute to the service's development and report any safety concerns or incidents as per local policy.



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