Healthcare Assistant

Job summary

HCA for Ophthalmology OPD across BMEC and Sandwell

We are looking for motivated and committed people who want to provide the highest standard of care whilst ensuring patients are treated with dignity, compassion and respect as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) across a range of specialties. Full time/ part-time hours will be considered for this post.

We would welcome applications from Level 2/3 qualified as we could offer the opportunity of development in completing the Level 3 during your employment. Please note a minimum of a Level 2 is required.

Please note candidates that may have applied for this position in the last three months need not apply on this occasion

Main duties of the job

Under the supervision of a registered nurse you will undertake agreed duties demonstrating the level of competence and professionalism required as a participating team member to deliver high quality care.

Can you show us through your application and at interview how you would treat our patients with the compassion, dignity and respect they have a right to expect?

If you believe you are able to meet these essential requirements, we would be very happy to consider your application.

You will be required to hold an NVQ level 3/BTEC in Health & Social Care within an agreed time-scale.

About us

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.

We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.

Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.

Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population." It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.

We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose.When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of what this role entails

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ 3 in Health & Social Care/ BTEC level 3
• Numeracy & Literacy minimum level 2

Desirable

• Phlebotomy
• Basic First Aid Certificate
• IT Qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in a hospital setting/Community

Desirable

• Ophthalmology experience

Communication

Essential

• Good written skills demonstrated