About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a motivated and organised Health Care Support Worker to join our Pre-operative Assessment Service. This is a part-time role working Pan Powys. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will support registered practitioners in preparing patients for surgery and ensuring they are optimally fit for their planned procedure and subsequent discharge. You will contribute to the delivery of a safe, effective and patient-centred pre-assessment service by undertaking agreed clinical observations, investigations and administrative activities within defined protocols and scope of practice. The role involves coordinating patients through the pre-assessment pathway, maintaining accurate clinical records, supporting health promotion and ensuring excellent communication with patients, carers and colleagues. The post holder will play an important role in maintaining patient safety, minimising delays to surgery and enhancing the overall patient experience, while upholding NHS Wales values and standards of confidentiality, dignity and compassionate care.
Main duties of the job
Support the smooth running of the Pre-operative Assessment Clinic by organising workload and coordinating patient flow. Undertake agreed clinical assessments and investigations, including observations, phlebotomy, ECGs, urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and MRSA screening. Identify and promptly report abnormal findings or concerns to the qualified practitioner. Accurately record, manage and maintain patient information on NHS systems and clinical documentation. Prepare patient notes, test results and clinic documentation, ensuring records are complete and available for review. Provide administrative support, manage enquiries and liaise with clinical teams, admissions staff and external services. Welcome, support and communicate effectively with patients, relatives and carers, promoting dignity, privacy and health education. Monitor stock levels, undertake housekeeping duties and ensure equipment checks are completed. Participate in audits, patient experience initiatives, service improvement activities and implementation of best practice guidelines. Support the induction of new staff and contribute to continuous professional development and quality improvement.
About us
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Job description Job responsibilities
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.
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you dont speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, dont worry: the health board will support you with training.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge Essential
Level 3 in Health or equivalent qualification Phlebotomy Trained or willing to work towards within 12 months Developed computer skills Knowledge and experience of the NHS patient information system WPAS Knowledge and understanding of the concept and application of confidentiality
Desirable
ECG recording training Basic understanding of pre-operative assessment
Experience Essential
Previous experience of working in a Health Care setting Administrative / Clerical skills Working with a range of professionals as part of a team
Desirable
Experience of working in Preassessment Experience of working in a surgical setting Waiting list understanding
Skills and Attributes Essential
Organise own workload, deal effectively with conflicting priorities and to prioritise tasks, based on service requirements/procedures Good interpersonal skills Problem solves Communicate effectively both written and verbally Work as a productive team member and alone without supervision Respond flexibly to the demands of the Preoperative assessment clinic Reliable Commitment to patient care and an understanding of the principles of Fundamental of Care
Desirable
Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn
Other Essential
Ability to travel to meet the needs of the service Able to work hours flexibly when required
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Powys Teaching Health Board
Address Breconshire War Memorial Hospital
Cerrigcochion Road
Brecon
LD3 7NS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)