Health Care Assistant - Haematology Unit in Salford inSalford PUBLISHED SUN 6 APR 2025 Jump to job information section
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Job description
Job Summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Haematology Unit as a Health Care Assistant.
As a Health Care Assistant you will assist the health care practitioner to carry out routine health related activities and complete personal care and activities of daily living ensuring patient led focused care.
You will record patient information and provide clinical support as required to help ensure the efficient and effective running of the work area, including delegated tasks such as recording physiological observations, recording blood glucose, undertaking ECG, and venepuncture.
You will provide a positive enthusiastic attitude, delivering high quality care with excellent interpersonal skills.
Main duties of the job
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 we're 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.
Date posted
24 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,to £25,674 a year per annum/pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
236-SCO-CS054-25-A
Job locations
Salford Royal hospital
Stott lane
Salford
M6 8HD
Job Description
Job responsibilities
To 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: https://jobsincare.com/job/jbliuezo description Job responsibilities
To 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: https://jobsincare.com/job/jbliuezo Specification
Qualifications Essential
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Haematology Unit as a Health Care Assistant.
As a Health Care Assistant you will assist the health care practitioner to carry out routine health related activities and complete personal care and activities of daily living ensuring patient led focused care.
You will record patient information and provide clinical support as required to help ensure the efficient and effective running of the work area, including delegated tasks such as recording physiological observations, recording blood glucose, undertaking ECG, and venepuncture.
You will provide a positive enthusiastic attitude, delivering high quality care with excellent interpersonal skills.
Main duties of the job
- To assist the team in preparing the Unit environment for patient care delivery.
- To complete delegated tasks such as undertaking and recording vital signs, ECG, venepuncture, cannulation, Blood glucose levels, collect blood products, swabs etc.
- To ensure own actions help to maintain quality and infection control standards.
- Establish and maintain communication with patients, relatives and cares and the multidisciplinary team to be able to provide information to others to help their development.
- Develop own skills and knowledge and provide information to others to help their development.
- Monitor and maintain health, safety and security of self and others in own work area.
- Assist in maintaining and developing services.
- Assist in planning, delivering and evaluating programmes to meet people's health and wellbeing needs.
- Assist in the use of technology for measurement, monitoring and treatment.
- Ability to work flexibly and unsociable hours to meet the demands of the service.
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 we're 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.
Date posted
24 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,to £25,674 a year per annum/pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
236-SCO-CS054-25-A
Job locations
Salford Royal hospital
Stott lane
Salford
M6 8HD
Job Description
Job responsibilities
To 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: https://jobsincare.com/job/jbliuezo description Job responsibilities
To 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: https://jobsincare.com/job/jbliuezo Specification
Qualifications Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or a Level 3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship - or equivalent experience
- Level 1 literacy and Numeracy (GCSE English and Maths Grade D-G)
- Care Certificate
- Experience of working as a care support worker or equivalent in a Health or Social Care setting
- Experience of working within a team
- Demonstrates an interest or previous experience in supporting other health care staff and learners
- Commitment to undertaking continuous professional development (CPD)
- Good communication (written and verbal skills)
- Basic IT skills
- Good organisational skills
- NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or a Level 3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship - or equivalent experience
- Level 1 literacy and Numeracy (GCSE English and Maths Grade D-G)
- Care Certificate
- Experience of working as a care support worker or equivalent in a Health or Social Care setting
- Experience of working within a team
- Demonstrates an interest or previous experience in supporting other health care staff and learners
- Commitment to undertaking continuous professional development (CPD)
- Good communication (written and verbal skills)
- Basic IT skills
- Good organisational skills
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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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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