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Healthcare Support Worker - Dermatology Unit St. Woolos Hospital

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare
  • Newport

AI generated summary

  • You must meet all essential and desirable criteria outlined in the job description and person specification for the role.
  • You will assist patients in the Dermatology Unit, support nurses and consultants, conduct observations, perform phlebotomy, and aid during surgical procedures under supervision.

Requirements

  • Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
  • Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
  • Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
  • Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
  • Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
  • Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Responsibilities

  • The post holder will work as part of a team that provides health care services to patients within the Dermatology Unit focusing on the direct needs of service users undergoing healthcare treatments.
  • The HCSW may work on various hospital sites with inpatients, outpatients and those attending for surgical procedures.
  • The post holder is expected to work within clinical competencies with support base knowledge.
  • They are expected to work within defined protocols, adhering to the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales under the direction, and close supervision of and reporting to a Registered Nurse.
  • The role will include supporting Consultants in clinics, patient observations, phlebotomy, supporting patients undergoing surgical procedures.

FAQs

What is the job title for the position at St. Woolos Hospital?

The job title is Healthcare Support Worker - Dermatology Unit.

Are applications accepted in Welsh?

Yes, applications are invited in Welsh, and any application submitted through the medium of Welsh will not be treated less favourably than those made in English.

How can I request reasonable adjustments during the application process?

You can contact the recruiting manager named in the job advert or the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board recruitment team at 01495 745805 option 3 or email abb.vacancyrequests@wales.nhs.uk to discuss any particular requirements.

What responsibilities will the Healthcare Support Worker have?

The Healthcare Support Worker will support Consultants in clinics, perform patient observations, assist with phlebotomy, and support patients undergoing surgical procedures.

Is this position eligible for a certificate of sponsorship?

No, this position is currently unable to provide certificates of sponsorship as it does not meet the Home Office’s criteria.

What kind of training and development opportunities are available?

The health board provides paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognized qualifications, and professional career pathways including management development programmes.

Is there flexibility in working hours?

Yes, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board supports flexible working to promote a healthy work-life balance.

When are the Dermatology outpatient clinics held?

The dermatology outpatient clinics are held on weekdays from Monday to Friday.

Who will the Healthcare Support Worker report to?

The Healthcare Support Worker will report to and work under the direction and close supervision of a Registered Nurse.

What characteristics does the health board encourage applications from?

The health board encourages applications from all with protected characteristics and from those in the Armed Forces Community.

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Mission & Purpose

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board was established on the 1st October 2009 and covers the areas of Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, Monmouthshire, Newport, Torfaen and South Powys. The Health Board employs over 14,000 staff, two thirds of whom are involved in direct patient care. There are more than 250 consultants in a total of over 1000 hospital and general practice doctors, 6,000 nurses, midwives, allied professionals and community workers