Senior Health Care Support Worker

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Combined Assessment Unit, Belford Hospital ṣugbọn Fort William (17 assessment beds, 2 general enhanced care beds, 10 day surgery beds, pre‑assessment clinic 6 days) primarily in CAU with development opportunities in EC, Day Case Unit and Pre‑assessment Department. The Belford Hospital is situated in Fort William in Lochaber, the Outdoor Capital of the UK. The area is one of outstanding beauty offering opportunities for water sports, mountaineering and snow sports.

Fort William itself lies at the head of Loch Linnhe and at the foot of Ben Nevis, the highest and most popular mountain in the British Isles with Glasgow, Inverness and Analyze all stamina? No, just as described above.

You will have relevant and current experience in acute care with an enthusiastic and innovative approach to team working. Highly developed acute assessment skills and evidence of continuing professional development are essential with enhanced care knowledge desirable.

Informal enquiries to Senior Charge Nurses Lesley Pow or Eilidh Mac Donald, tel: or email: lesley.powt or eilidh.macdonald5t

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

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