Ward Healthcare Assistant

Overview

HMT Sancta Maria Hospital is currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Healthcare Assistant to join HMT Sancta Maria Hospital's busy and diverse clinical teams in Swansea. This position is crucial in supporting a range of specialties across HMT Sancta Maria Hospital's Ward departments.

As a not-for-profit organization, HMT Sancta Maria Hospital is passionate about putting patients first and are committed to developing a five-star hospital that sets new standards in clinical care and patient experience in South West Wales. HMT Sancta Maria Hospital pride ourselves on providing extensive training and career development opportunities for HMT Sancta Maria Hospital's staff.

This is a bank position requiring flexibility with shift patterns. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting and caring for patients in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Supporting nursing staff with high standards of care.
• Ensuring patient safety and comfort during their stay.
• Changing dressings and taking vital signs.

HMT Sancta Maria Hospital is looking for candidates with strong communication and organizational skills, preferably with experience in a Ward, Outpatient, or similar department. A robust induction and training will be provided upon joining.

About HMT Sancta Maria Hospital

At HMT Sancta Maria Hospital, HMT Sancta Maria Hospital encourage HMT Sancta Maria Hospital's employees to maintain a positive work-life balance and to share HMT Sancta Maria Hospital's vision of providing world-class healthcare. HMT Sancta Maria Hospital's commitment to training and development ensures HMT Sancta Maria Hospital's workforce stands out in the healthcare sector.

Benefits Include:

• Enhanced pay for unsociable hours
• Ongoing training and development
• A quality work environment
• Team working opportunities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Experience working in a healthcare environment

Desirable

• Working towards BTEC/NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care

Experience

Essential

• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience in providing care

Desirable

• Ability to undertake clinical observations

Knowledge

Essential

• Teamwork within the Ward/Day Unit
• Maintaining a safe environment for patients
• Possession of All Wales Passport for Manual Handling