University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Band 2 Theatre Support Worker
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Job Summary
Some exciting opportunities have arisen for aspiring Theatre Support Workers to support the clinical team at Good Hope Theatres, Solihull Main Theatres, and Solihull Elective Hub Theatres.
The theatres offer specialities such as orthopaedics, gynaecology, general, obstetrics, ophthalmology, and emergency on the Good Hope site, and urology, robotics, colorectal, breast/plastics, orthopaedic, and UGI surgery on the Solihull site.
We are seeking applications from hardworking, honest, and reliable individuals who are interested in a unique position that directly contributes to high-quality patient-centred care.
The post holder will undertake the movement of patients, equipment, and designated items throughout the hospital and will contribute to the maintenance of a clean and safe working environment as well as playing a vital role within the operating theatre.
For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Dale Matthews on 0121 424 7408.
Main Duties, Tasks & Skills Required
- Assist with the care and treatment of patients whilst in the department promoting patient safety, comfort, privacy, and dignity and confidentiality.
- Obtain consent from patients prior to conducting any intervention and where this is withheld seek advice or support from a registered practitioner.
- Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control practice by adhering to policies and procedures and supporting the maintenance of a clean clinical environment.
- When required, undertake collection and delivery of items within the Trust (Blood products, specimens, instrumentation).
- Escort patients, visitors, and staff to and from the departments and around the hospital.
A comprehensive list of duties can be found within the attached Job Description.
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About Us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value, and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values-driven in all that we do, and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such, we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long-term health condition, mental health, or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Job Description
Please Note: For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of Maths/English Qualifications at Level 2 or Above.
- Vocational qualification at level 2 or equivalent relevant experience.
- Level 2 examples: GCSE Grades 9-4 (A-C), Level 2 Diploma in health care support / NVQ, Functional Skills Level 2.
- Internationally educated applicants will have to evidence UK ENIC (the UK National Information Centre) Statements of compatibility.
Desirable
- Care Certificate or can demonstrate prior skills, knowledge, and experience that meet the 15 minimum standards described by Health Education England (HEE) Skills for Health.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working/participating as part of a team as an employee/volunteer.
- Ability to demonstrate/articulate an understanding of the role and tasks involved and can describe the physical and emotional aspects of the role and some duties.
- Can link the Trust values (Kind, Bold, Connected) to the role and provide examples from personal experience which demonstrate understanding in relation to the role.
- Can explain why training/education and approaches to care need to be consistent in relation to safety and patient experience.
- Shows enthusiasm for the role and is interested in working in a theatre/interventional radiology practice setting.
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Desirable
- Has experience of working in a person-centred/facing role in a paid or voluntary capacity.
- Understanding of the principles of safeguarding in relation to this role.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Flexible approach to shift patterns and place of work; this may include working in different practice settings in different locations dependent upon service need.
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.
For Help With Your Application, Contact
Dale Matthews
dale.matthews@uhb.nhs.uk
0121 424 47408
Pay scheme
Agenda for Change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272.00 to £25,272.00 Yearly
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-Time, Flexible Working
Reference number
304-9015214
Job locations
Solihull Hospital
Lode Ln
Solihull
West Midlands
B91 2JL
Attachments
[Job Description](Band 2 Theatre Support Worker JD PS .pdf – 457KB) Opens in a new window
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