Senior Healthcare Assistant (Theatre Assistant)

at  Swansea Bay University Health Board

Singleton Hospital Theatre Department are currently looking to recruit a Senior Theatre healthcare assistant band 3 who has completed the Peri-operative QCF Level 3.
They are looking for hard-working, caring and motivated individuals to join us in this role. You will have the ability to work as part of a team and autonomously, must be a good communicator and have a flexible and pro-active approach to providing the best care for our patients.
The Senior Healthcare Assistant (Theatre Assistant) plays an essential role in the smooth running of Theatres providing assistance to registered staff in the delivery of a high standard of care.
If you have previous experience working within a theatre setting and have completed the peri-operative QCF level 3, we are very keen to hear from you.
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a flexible approach and adaptability. As when service demands, staff are required to work across all three hospital sites, within Swansea Bay University Health Board.
PLEASE NOTE : It is important to utilise the supporting information box at the bottom of the application form process. Use this space to tell us about your skills, why you want this role, your values and why you would be a good fit. We often receive a large number of applicants, so the supporting information is the best way for you to stand out!
The Senior Healthcare Assistant (Level 3) has a greater degree of autonomy than the Healthcare Assistant and undertakes a broader range of health and care in accordance with policy and procedures. The post holder will work on their own initiative, undertaking delegated tasks with appropriate supervision in place from a registered practitioner/assistant practitioner.
The Senior Healthcare Assistant (Level 3) will assist the Registered Practitioner/ Assistant Practitioner in the assessment, on-going assessment, planning, management and evaluation of care. Under direction of the Registered Practitioner/ Assistant Practitioner, supports appropriate individualised, clinical/risk assessments providing accurate feedback as necessary.
Deliver safe, high quality, compassionate care following individualised care plans and treatment interventions determined by the Registered Practitioner.
Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Practitioner/ Assistant Practitioner.
Support effective theatre efficiency and flow; collect patients and escort them to theatre, checking all relevant documentation and informing registered staff where there are any deviations.
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe’s most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply

Please refer the Job description for details