Crynodeb o'r swydd
- Prif leoliad
- General Surgery
- Gradd
- Band 3
- Contract
- Parhaol
- Oriau
- Llawnamser - 37.5 awr yr wythnos
- Cyfeirnod y swydd
- 430-SURG1552A-B3
- Cyflogwr
- Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Math o gyflogwr
- NHS
- Gwefan
- Ward 20 (Dept)
- Tref
- Milton Keynes
- Cyflog
- £24,071 - £25,674 per annum
- Cyfnod cyflog
- Yn flynyddol
- Yn cau
- 14/04/2025 23:59
Teitl cyflogwr
Healthcare Assistant
Band 3
MKUH staff scored highest for ‘I look forward to coming to work’ (NHS Staff Survey 2023).
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free refreshments
- Great flexible working opportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
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.
Trosolwg o'r swydd
Healthcare Assistant
Department Surgery
Band 3 pro rata if part-time
Hours: Full time position, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic person to join our friendly Team working in the Surgical Directorate caring for Orthopaedics, Spinal, Opthalmology, Gynaecology, Colorectal, Urology, General Surgery and Pain Management.
Have you got experience of working in a hospital environment? Are you a motivated individual who enjoys collaborating with a team in a fast-paced environment providing 24/7 care?
Do you enjoy communicating with patients and staff to provide a high standard of clinical and holistic care to patients? Then apply to come and work with us a become a member of our valued team. We are looking for healthcare assistants to join:
Ward 20: Emergency Surgery
Ward 24: Elective surgery
Experience in care is desirable but not essential as training will be provided. You must have strong organisation, IT and time management skills and be able to be innovative with a zest for new challenges as the demands of the unit grows and develops new services and pathways.
The post holder will be required to undertake the Care Certificate and MKUH standards within the first 12 weeks of employment.
If you would like to discuss these roles, please contact ward managers directly or Surgical Matron Alexandra at alexandra.stock@mkuh.nhs.uk.
Please note: This role may close early is sufficient applications have been received.
Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd
• To provide a high standard of holistic care for our patients.
• To ensure the safeguarding of patients by working within Trust policies and procedures and reporting any concerns or issues raised to the nurse in charge.
• To work within own limitations and competence and refer issues beyond your limitations to the nurse in charge.
• To participate in promoting a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
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.
Gweithio i'n sefydliad
We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute
MKUH staff scored highest for ‘I look forward to coming to work’ (NHS Staff Survey 2023).
Join #TeamSurgery at Milton Keynes University Hospital
The surgery division at MKUH, which covers specialties including theatres and the Intensive Care Unit, offers a variety of roles and opportunities, both clinical and non-clinical. The division are looking for passionate, enthusiastic and forward-thinking professionals to join the team.
MKUH is one of the leading hospitals in Europe for implementing robotics to assist in surgery, becoming the first in the continent to use the CMR Versius robot for gynaecological surgery. Since its introduction in 2019, the theatres team have completed over 500 surgical cases, the first hospital in the UK to reach this milestone, achieving this in March 2023.
As well as being an innovator in robotics, the Trust is proud to be part of the New Hospital Programme, with plans to expand and increase our surgical capacity to meet the health needs of our communities now and in the future.
With a leading benefits package, and a growing hospital estate to meet one of the fastest growing populations in the country, it is a great time to join MKUH.
Find out more about working in #TeamSurgery at MKUH from the people who work across the division in the video below.
Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl
- To assist all team members as required in the direct delivery of patient care for surgical patients across the elective and emergency footprint.
- To have knowledge of basic clinical observations and an understanding of the correct escalation process, making judgements on when to report patient conditions to a senior member of staff.
- To assist, where appropriate, in the induction of new staff within the department, demonstrating duties to new starters
- To organise own daily workload, adjusting and prioritising appropriately as the ward actively dictates.
- Communicate factual information to patients regarding their condition within your clinical remit. Patients may have barriers to understanding such as a physical or mental disability, including dementia and so information will need to be delivered with tact, empathy, and sensitivity.
- You may need to use persuasive skills to encourage patients to engage and undertake activities of daily living.
- To ensure that patients, relatives needs are met in a courteous, helpful, and compassionate manner.
Professional
- To act at all times in a professional and courteous manner.
- To ensure compliance with mandatory training.
- To participate in the Trust’s appraisal system and develop a Personal Development Plan.
- To participate in department meetings as appropriate.
- To uphold the Trust Values.
Please refer to the job description for further details.
Manyleb y person
Qualifications and knowledge
Meini prawf hanfodol
- GCSE level or Functional Skills in Maths & English or equivalent knowledge
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience
- CARE Certificate
- Knowledge of personal care and activities of daily living
- Awareness of importance of infection prevention & control
- Understanding of the importance of safe working practices
- Understanding of the role of a Healthcare Assistant
Meini prawf dymunol
- Studying Nursing or Midwifery or similar at university
- Awareness of NHS policies
- Assessors training/certificate
Experience
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Experience working in a care setting
- Experience of working in a team
Meini prawf dymunol
- Previous NHS experience
- Experience in supporting junior staff
Skills
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Ability to demonstrate commitment to high standards of care
- Accurate record keeping
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to prioritise tasks effectively at short notice
- Caring in a professional manner towards patients and their relatives.
- Good time management
- Ability to induct, support, assess and develop junior members of staff.
- Ability to undertake clinical observations and tasks including phlebotomy
Meini prawf dymunol
- IT Skills
Personal and people development
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Commitment to Safeguarding
- Presents a professional appearance
- Ability to work within a team
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic
- Commitment to working in a caring environment with people of all ages
Communication
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Clear spoken and written English
- Able to show care, empathy and respect to patients and their families
- Able to communicate with team members, carrying out instructions and feeding back information.
- Able to record care provided using MKUH documentation and complying with MKUH policies and guidelines.
- Able to feedback to staff on safe and effective practice
Meini prawf dymunol
- Able to feedback on assessments undertaken.
Specific requirements
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations.
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Gofynion ymgeisio
Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.
Dogfennau i'w lawrlwytho
Rhagor o fanylion / cyswllt ar gyfer ymweliadau anffurfiol
- Enw
- Shireen Race
- Teitl y swydd
- Sister
- Cyfeiriad ebost
- shireen.race@mkuh.nhs.uk
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