About this role
Job summary
**This vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received so please apply soon if interested.**
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a clinical support worker to join us on the Gynaecology Outpatients Department with flexible hours over 7 days.
When current staff where asked to describe the department in one word they used: "Enthusiastic", "teamwork", "fun", "amazing", "friendly", "collaborative" and "opportunities".
Outpatients won team of the month in July 2021 for their contribution to the welfare of the hospital and more recently team of the year! As a team we are proud we have received a GOLD award accreditation status for the last 2 inspections and we work hard to maintain this award.
If you are interested in joining a friendly supportive and hardworking team you are welcome to come for a look around, a chat or even a virtual chat with the managers, to see if Gynaecology Outpatients is where you would want to develop your professional care.
Main duties of the job
To assist in the provision of the service and contribute to the effective running of theoutpatient department, ensuring they contribute towards a quality patient experience.
To assist doctors and qualified nursing staff with the provision of high-qualityevidence based and individualised care of patients being cared for within thegynaecology division.
To provide care and support to relatives and carers who are attending the outpatient department.
The applicant is expected to be an effective member of the team and contribute to the best possible use of resources.
About us
Liverpool Women's NHS FT became part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG) in November 2024, following the coming together with Liverpool University Hospitals NHS FT. UHLG was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide to our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, UHLG is also their local NHS, providing general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
At Liverpool Women's Hospital, each year we deliver approximately 7,500 babies, carry out around 50,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly and premature newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles, and conduct over 4,000 genetic appointments.
We believe that this, along with a strong dedication to research and innovation, makes usthespecialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.
For roles at Liverpool University Hospitals, visit their careers page.
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Job description Job responsibilities
To undertake and be responsible for routine tasks under the supervision of the qualified nurse preparation of notes and equipment on the clinics.
Support and provide personal care in assisting patients needs such as personal hygiene, catheter care and escorting to various Trust departments when required.
Establish and notify any dietary requirement to the relevant qualified nurse and liaising with the catering team when required.
Assisting in the movement of patients as and when required using appropriate equipment when and where necessary.
Accurately perform and record generic patient records e.g. baseline observations including blood pressure temperature, respirations, weight, height, urinalysis, pregnancy testing.
Maintain comfort round charts and escalate as required.
For full details, please refer to the attached job description
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Good Basic Education NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience Evidence of Professional / Vocational Development Manual Handling & Lifting
Experience Essential
Demonstrative experience in a similar role in a caring profession Clerical experience
Skills Essential
Prepared to undertake Personal Development & Training Understanding of Confidentiality
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).
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Employer details Employer name Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust
Address Liverpool Womens Hospital
Crown Street
Liverpool
L8 7SS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)