Patient Services Assistant inPlymouth inPlymouth PUBLISHED MON 25 NOV 2024

Band 2 PERMANENT
NHS PENSION

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust rfZyg7lg

Opportunity to contribute to patient care by ensuring a clean and hygienic environment, which is crucial for health and recovery.

Flexible working hours with a six-week rolling rota, allowing for a good work-life balance.

Chance to work as part of a supportive team, collaborating with healthcare professionals and management to enhance the patient experience.

Provision of appropriate food and beverage services to patients, playing a key role in their wellbeing and comfort during their stay.

Development opportunities available for internal staff, promoting career growth within the NHS Trust.

Engagement in meaningful work that directly impacts the quality of care patients receive in a well-respected healthcare institution.

The University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is seeking a motivated Patient Services Assistant (Host) for a role at Derriford Hospital. This position offers 37.5 hours per week on a rotating schedule (3 days on, 3 days off) from 07:30 to 19:30. The ideal candidate will work closely with the Ward Team and Hotel Services Supervisor to maintain a clean and hygienic environment for patients, staff, and visitors. Additionally, the role involves ensuring patients receive their meals and beverages at scheduled times. Preference is given to internal Trust staff and those with 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status in the NHS.

Patient Services Assistant - Host

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individuals for this essential role in the Derriford Hospital.

Host- 37.5 hrs pw 07.30 - 19.30 , 3 days on, 3 days off on a six weeks rolling rota .

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Work with the Ward Team, in partnership with the Hotel Services Supervisor, and Departmental supervision and management to contribute to the maintenance of a hygienic and clean environment for patients, staff and visitors to ensure the highest standards are met at all times. To ensure, in conjunction with the Hotel Services Supervisor, Ward Manager, and Housekeeper that patients are provided with appropriate food and beverages at the agreed regular intervals throughout the day.

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Work with the Ward Team, in partnership with the Hotel Services Supervisor, and Departmental supervision and management to contribute to the maintenance of a hygienic and clean environment for patients, staff and visitors to ensure the highest standards are met at all times. To ensure, in conjunction with the Hotel Services Supervisor or Ward Manager, that patients are provided with appropriate food and beverages at the agreed regular intervals throughout the day.

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