Healthcare Support Worker - Endoscopy inMelrose inMelrose PUBLISHED FRI 5 JUL 2024

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NHS Borders rCOHmQ8X

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Fixed term for 6 months

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Health Care Support Worker to join our Endoscopy Department at the BGH for a fixed term period of 6 months.

The service’s operational times are 08.00 18.00 Monday to Friday. To meet the needs of the service hours will include a range of shift patterns

This role provides specialised decontamination of medical devices, contributing to the clinical care of the patient and the running of a busy department. Full training will be provided.

If after reading the job description you have any enquiries, please contact:

Louise Horne, Lead CNS - Gastroenterology, SCN - Endoscopy, Borders General Hospital, Ext 27444/26454

PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early

Please note: As this is a part time post the salary shown will be pro rata*

NHS Scotland is reducing their full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period, for which you would be paid, until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Hiring Manager.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Please note: As this is a part time post the salary shown will be pro rata*

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The National Health Service (NHS) is a cornerstone of healthcare in the United Kingdom, established in 1948 with the simple yet profound principle of providing healthcare to all citizens, free at the point of use. This revolutionary system aimed to ensure that access to medical services would not depend on an individual’s financial situation, a concept that has since become fundamental to British societal values. Learn more...

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To work as a Healthcare Support Worker in the UK, you typically need a combination of skills and qualities. Here’s a list of essential skills and competencies:

1. Communication Skills: The ability to communicate effectively with patients, their families, and healthcare professionals is crucial. This includes listening skills and the ability to convey information clearly.

2. Empathy and Compassion: Healthcare support workers must be able to show kindness and understanding towards patients, many of whom may be vulnerable or in distress.

3. Teamwork: Working well with others is essential in a healthcare setting. Support workers often collaborate with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals.

4. Attention to Detail: Being able to notice changes in a patient’s condition and being meticulous about following care plans and procedures is vital.

5. Organizational Skills: The ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks in a busy healthcare environment is important.

6. Basic Medical Knowledge: Familiarity with basic medical terminology and an understanding of healthcare practices can be beneficial.

7. Physical Stamina and Strength: The role can be physically demanding, requiring the ability to lift and move patients or equipment.

8. Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to think on your feet and adapt to changing situations is useful in healthcare settings.

9. Respect for Diversity: Understanding and respecting different backgrounds, cultures, and needs of patients is essential for providing inclusive care.

10. Technical Skills: Basic computer skills may be needed for maintaining patient records and using healthcare software.

11. Confidentiality and Professionalism: Adhering to ethical standards and maintaining patient confidentiality is critical in healthcare.

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