Healthcare Support Worker - Day Surgery Unit (DSU)
Job Description
Job summary
The Day Surgery Unit is looking for individuals who are passionate about making a difference and becoming part of a highly motivated, supportive team.
We are seeking a dynamic, hard-working, and flexible individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses excellent communication skills to join our team as a Band 3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker.
In this role, you will be responsible for delivering direct care to patients attending the Day Surgery Unit in a safe, welcoming, and compassionate environment, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You must be able to prioritise workloads, work independently, and collaborate as part of our well-established team, all while upholding high standards of patient care.
If you are dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and eager to be part of a team committed to excellence, we'd love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
The role of a Healthcare Support Worker within the Day Surgery Unit includes;
- admitting patients to the unit
- escorting patients to theatre
- and looking after the patients post operatively until they are discharged home on the same day.
You will work with a range of staff, assisting with pre operative assessment, taking patient observations, performing ECGs and phlebotomy.
About us
Torbay Day Surgery is proudly recognised both locally and nationally as a centre of excellence. We work closely with our multi-disciplinary team and take great pride in the high-quality service we provide, along with our exceptional outcomes.
Our patients regularly share positive feedback, particularly highlighting the friendly and supportive atmosphere we foster for both our patients and staff.
With the diverse range of care we provide, there are continuous learning opportunities and further training available to help you develop your skills and grow in your role.
Care to join us in making a difference to our patients and be part of a team that truly values collaboration and excellence.
Job responsibilities
Full vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. When submitting an application, please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Please be aware that our unit is open Monday to Friday 08:00 - 21:00 with varying shifts to cover these hours.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent qualification/experience
Desirable
- Care certificate
- English & Mathematics at GSCE grade A-C (9-4) or level 2 functional skills
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Customer care experience
- Knowledge of Policies, procedures and Health and Safety issues regarding daily working with blood and body fluids
- Numeracy and literacy skills
- Moving & manual handling skills
Desirable
- Experience in Day Surgery
- Completion of ECG training
- Completion of venepuncture training
- Experience of performing MRSA screening
Specific Skills
Essential
- Able to work with team and/or independently with minimal supervision
- Commitment to sharing knowledge, skills a with others
- Demonstrate a caring & friendly attitude
- Communicate clearly and effectively with a range of people on a range of matters
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Torbay Hosptial
Cadwell Lane
Torquay
TQ2 7AA
