Job summary Do you need a better work/life balance?
University Hospitals Dorset is currently looking to recruit experienced Bank Healthcare Support Workers (HCSWs) looking to work flexibly at across our sites in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, and enjoy a range of benefits including: * Choice of available shifts* Paid annual leave entitlement (included in your hourly rate)* Weekly pay* NHS Pension Main duties of the job You must have: completion of a competency-based care certificate including workbook AND a minimum of 6 months experience working as a Healthcare Support Worker in an acute hospital environment or 1 yrs Nursing/Care Home experience.
Please use the supporting evidence section of your application to demonstrate how you meet the above requirements.
Please be aware that this advert may be closed earlier to the closing date if sufficient number of applicants apply.
Successful applicants will work in a VARIETY of specialties across the Trust to cover short term needs.
The role involves meeting both physical and psychological needs and therefore need to have a flexible approach working as part of a wider team.
Successful candidates must be available to attend a Mandatory Induction Programme (terms & conditions apply) which consists of TWO FULL WEEK (Monday to Friday) plus two additional recall days.
Interview Dates: TBC About us Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD.
They underpin everything we do now and in the future.
They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
Job description Job responsibilities To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Person Specification Knowledge Essential An understanding around basic patient care Experience Essential Minimum of 6 months experience of working as a Healthcare Support Worker in an acute hospital environment or 1 years Nursing/Care Home experience Previous experience of working within public and a care environment/NHS Qualifications Essential Completion of a competency-based care certificate including workbook Desirable Short courses to undertake patient and clinical care duties Technical Skills Competencies Essential Ability to work as part of a team, as well as on own initiative Desirable Venepuncture and cannulation