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Job summary

Main area
Gynaecology
Grade
Band 3
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week (24/7 rota requirement (Long days and Nights))
Job ref
159-LWH-85-25
Employer
Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Liverpool Womens Hospital
Town
Liverpool
Salary
£24,625 - £25,674 per annum, pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
23/05/2025 23:59

Employer heading

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust logo

Healthcare Assistant

Band 3

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 us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.

Liverpool Women’s has an excellent reputation and is a centre of excellence. It is an exciting environment to work in and a great place to develop your career for many years to come.

We invite you to review why Liverpool Women's Hospital is a great place to work:  https://vimeo.com/556197652 

We reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received sufficient applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply without delay if you wish to be considered for this role.

Job overview

Full time (37.5 hours per week) - Long days and Nights (11.5 hours per shift)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Emergency Department team for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to provide care for a mixed patient group. You will assist in the provision of the service and contribute to the effective running of the Department ensuring you contribute towards a quality patient experience. To assist doctors and qualified nursing / midwifery staff with the provision of high-quality evidence based and individualised care of patients.

The role is varied and involves patient support, direct care, obtaining blood samples and Chaperoning. There are elements of clerical work particularly at night. Please refer to the job description for full information and suitability for the post.

The post is a rotational with variable shifts shift which are 11.5 hours shifts worked as Long days or nights.

The post holder will work as part of a team and support the organisation in delivering care at the highest standard. The post holder will be an ambassador for the 6 C’s culture for compassionate care – Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Commitment and Courage. There will be a requirement to supervise and teach non-registered staff and support new staff with the guidance of the senior team members.

Main duties of the job

To assist in the provision of the service and contribute to the effective running of the Department ensuring they contribute towards a quality patient experience. To assist doctors and qualified nursing staff with the provision of high quality evidence based and individualised care of patients. To provide care and support for relatives and carers attending the Department. The applicant is expected to be an effective member of the team and contribute to the best possible use of resources.

Working for our organisation

Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and families. Each year we deliver over 7,500 babies, carry out over 49,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly & preterm newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles and have over 4,000 genetic appointments taking place. We believe that this along with a strong dedication to research & innovation makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.

We have some of the leading experts in their field, which has been showcased on national TV and news, making our teams famous across the world for professionalism, skill & compassion.

The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving it’s services to provide the most cutting edge and modern care possible. As well as developing services on our current site we have long-term aspirations for the future. We have recently launched a number of new strategies which provide a detailed long-term plan for our services.

Check out why Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work using the links below:

Video: https://vimeo.com/556197652

Online brochure: https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4121/recruitment-pack-great-place-to-work-16pp-v4-final.pdf

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

  • Assist in maintaining the clinical areas in cleaning bedpans, trolleys and preparing the rooms for new admissions including the making up of a fresh trolley .
  • To undertake and be responsible for routine tasks under the supervision of the qualified nurse e.g. preparation of notes and equipment in the department and clinic rooms
  • Data Correction and entry after training 
  • Support the registration process and clerk duties
  • Ensure security of patient valuables are locked away in accordance with hospital procedures.
  • Support and provide care in assisting patient needs such as personal hygiene, support, catheter care and escorting to various Trust departments when required.
  • Establish and notify of any dietary requirement to the relevant qualified nurse / midwife 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
  • Venepuncture and cannulation
  • Maintain fluid intake and output charts
  • Obtaining specimens as requested including phlebotomy with the appropriate competency training.
  • Under supervision and with support prioritises and organises patients’ needs and attends to these accordingly. Keeping patients informed and reassured at all times
  • Proactively respond to the needs of the patient.
  • Provide and receive information in relation to patients and escalate as appropriate to qualified nurse .
  • Able to demonstrate tact, diplomacy, empathy, calm and professionalism all times to patients, visitors and colleagues.
  • Ensure patient confidentiality at all times.
  • Able to build rapport with patients their families / Carers.
  • Order and manage general ward stock levels.
  • Answer the telephone and convey messages when required.
  • Effective use of communication skills
  • Assist with ward inductions and development of others as instructed.
  • Decontamination of equipment as required and ensuring infection control measures are adhered to.
  • To act as chaperone in accordance with Trust policies
  • Reporting any repairs promptly to relevant department.
  • Any other reasonable duties required by management.

Person specification

Skills, Knowledge & Aptitudes

Essential criteria
  • Prepared to undertake Personal Development & Training
  • Understanding of Confidentiality
Desirable criteria
  • Cannulation Venepuncture

Qualifications & Learning

Essential criteria
  • Good Basic Education
  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience
Desirable criteria
  • Manual Handling & Lifting
  • Evidence of Professional / Vocational Development

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Demonstrative experience in a similar role in a Caring Profession
Desirable criteria
  • Clerical experience

Personal Attributes

Essential criteria
  • Good Communicator
  • Self Confidence
  • Good Timekeeper
  • Commitment to Role & Service Development
  • Professional, Caring and Considerate

Special Requirements

Essential criteria
  • Flexible Working
  • Able to work Internal Rotation

Employer certification / accreditation badges

NHS Pastoral Care Quality AwardVeteran AwareApprenticeships logoInvestors in People: GoldCare quality commission - GoodMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Disability confident employerArmed Forces Covenant Bronze Award

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Katie Markham
Job title
Department Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0151 708 4439
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