Support Services Assistant - Milton Keynes, United Kingdom - Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

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Support Service Assistant


Department:
Support Services

Band 2 £22,383 - £22,383 per annum, pro rata


Hours:
Various Shifts

We are looking for individuals who are team players


Vacant posts as follows:
Support Services assistant, we are recruiting to various shifts:
Full time, including weekends, AM, PM & Night shifts.

1 X 37.5 hours & 1 X 30 hours per week.

The successful applicants will carry out a variety of tasks with full training provided.


Interview date:

TBC

  • To safely move patients between departments as required by clinical service teams.
  • To physically move Medical equipment in a safe and compliant manner.
  • To work as part of a team to provide service that supports all aspects of patient care and the general running of the hospital.
  • To follow Standard Operating Procedures and ask for guidance/advice from Supervisors/Line manager when necessary.
  • To be flexible and to comply and follow all policies and procedures


Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients.

The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

Patient Movement


Transfer patients/visitors using appropriate equipment (wheelchairs, beds, trolleys) this may also include using Manual handling procedures such as "Pat sliding techniques.

Movement of Deceased


Movement of deceased patients from clinical areas to the mortuary using clinical manual handling as necessary, duties include registration of details into Mortuary book and placement of deceased in relevant area within the mortuary facility.

Specimen Collection

Collect pathology specimens, containers and units of blood as and when required in accordance with safe handling procedures.

Laundry and Rubbish duties


Provide a laundry and rubbish service, using specialised equipment in line with the Trust's Waste Policy and Infection, Prevention and Control Manual.

Gas Cylinder Replacement

To replenish gas supply where required and to check the cylinder/regulators for leaks in accordance with defined procedures. Report all faults relating to medical gas cylinders/regulators in compliance with approved processes.

Fire alarm activations


Respond to fire alarm activations in accordance with the Trust procedures and to offer assistance during the incident, to ensure safety of staff, visitors and patients.

Cardiac Arrests & Major Incidents


Respond to calls of cardiac arrests and major incident to provide assistance to the medical staff, this may include, collection of equipment, specimen delivery and cordoning off of the area from public view.

Show reasonable judgement during emergency situations, i.e. Fire alarms and Major Incidents.

Helipad Duties

To carry out helipad duties as and when required.

Please refer to the job description for further details.
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