Health Care Support Worker - Burns and Plastics Job Glasgow area,Scotland UK,Healthcare

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

Healthcare Support Worker (Ward 47, Plastic Surgery Unit)

Ward 47, based within the Plastic Surgery Unit at Glasgow Royal Infirmary, provides a regional service across the West of Scotland for both elective and emergency admissions. The unit specialises in the care and treatment of patients requiring reconstructive surgery, including those affected by skin cancer, breast cancer and traumatic injuries. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated nursing team working within a dynamic and fast-paced clinical environment, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care as part of a multidisciplinary team.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by-case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

Permanent Role - 36 Hours

Glasgow Royal Infirmary

Monday - Sunday 12 Hour rotational shifts, including early, late's and twilight's

Key responsibilities:

Working closely with registered nurses, medical staff, healthcare support workers, physiotherapists and specialist nurses, you will support the delivery of safe, effective and person-centered care. Duties include assisting patients with activities of daily living while promoting dignity, comfort and independence; supporting registered nurses in delivering clinical care; observing, recording and reporting changes in patient condition; maintaining a safe and clean care environment;

contributing to patient safety and quality standards; working collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to achieve positive patient outcomes; and communicating effectively with patients, relatives and colleagues.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

Experience in a healthcare or caring role.
Caring, compassionate and patient-focused approach.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to work flexibly in a busy and changing clinical environment.
SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or willingness to work towards achieving this qualification.
Willingness to complete relevant clinical competencies, including venepuncture and cannulation, with training support provided where required.

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
Enhanced pay for working public holidays
NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

For an informal discussion, please contact:

Catherine…