About this role
Job summary
The Dermatology Unit provides a variety of Dermatology services including management of acute dermatological cases and emergencies. We assist in the running of clinics for adult/paediatric dermatology including biologics, skin surgery and skin cancer, immunology and vulval clinics and patch testing service. We are responsible for a busy dermatology treatment unit offering inpatient and outpatient advice, phototherapy, topical therapies and wound care management.
The team have a fantastic reputation within the Trust, holding 'Silver Accreditation' status; providing excellent care at every level. We pride ourselves in our friendliness and the ability to function efficiently as a team, being supportive and inclusive. We aspire for all of our nurses to display compassion, motivation and reliability; this is in order to provide a quality experience for all of our patients.
Are you an experienced Health Care Support worker, enthusiastic, conscientious and caring, looking to join a supportive busy Dermatology outpatient department, then this might be the job for you?
We welcome informal visits.
For more information, please contact Senior Sister Elizabeth Perkins 01225 825660
This post is 37.5 hour per week, permanent contract over 5 days (variable shifts Monday - Friday) shifts times ranging between 7:30 - 18:00
Please read the attached job description for further information
Main duties of the job
To assist with patient care and other department related duties working closely with the Outpatient Nurses, Doctors and Administration team.
To carry out routine and additional/extended role duties, when trained and assessed as competent as instructed by and under of the registered nurses.
To contribute to a team approach to patient care in conjunction with nursing colleagues and all members of the multi-disciplinary team, and work in accordance with the Trust values and hospital policies at all times.
About us
At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff well-being, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial well-being. We've even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training Essential
oCompleted Care Certificate or we will support you to complete it within 3 months of joining. oLiteracy and Numeracy level 2 or equivalent (GCSE D-G) oBasic IT skills oKnowledge and skills gained through any combination of alternative study and/or employment experience
Desirable
oLevel 2 and/or 3 qualification in Health and Social Care/Clinical Care or working towards an award oCompletion of a Secure English Language Test (SELT) if English is not your first language
Experience Essential
oExperience in a public facing/customer care role or environment oAble to work in a team environment oAble to use initiative within the boundaries of the role oGood communication, observational and organisational skills
Desirable
oExperience working in a health/health and social care role oNHS experience / understanding of NHS/social care systems oExperience in an outpatient setting oDermatology experience
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 Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Address Dermatology, Royal United Hospital
Combe Park
Bath
BA1 3NG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)