Senior Healthcare Support Worker - Bristol, United Kingdom - University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust
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Bristol, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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If you are an experienced HCSW, have you thought of working in theatres?


We have a number of vacancies across our operating theatres in Bristol including Heygroves, Bristol Eye Hospital and South Bristol Community Hospital.


Working as a HCSW in the operating department, you will be supporting our patients at their most vulnerable, before, during and after their operations.

Teamwork and flexibility are essential requirements for the role, alongside a caring and compassionate nature.

You will be expected to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights and weekends.


If you do not currently hold a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, we can support you as work towards this qualification.

When you start with us, you will be offered supernumerary period to provide you with all the support you need to get off to a flying start.


Should you wish to take you career further; there are plenty of opportunities available to you, with apprenticeships available for either Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) or Registered Nursing Associate roles.

You will be working with a team of healthcare professionals caring for our patients in the operating theatres. Your responsibilities will include

Patient support both physical and emotional

Preparing equipment and setting out instruments for surgery

Keeping theatres fully stocked

Circulating duties during the operation including counting swabs or other instruments

Tidying up and cleaning after each case, disposing of waste correctly

Monitor and record patient's vital signs, reporting and escalating findings in a timely manner


This is physically demanding role, where you will be helping to move patients on trolleys as well as on and off the operating table.


For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

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