Healthcare Assistant Bolton

To apply for this job please visit jobs.boltonft.nhs.uk.

Posting date:
20 January 2025
Salary:
Not specified
Additional salary information:
£23,615 per annum
Hours:
Full time
Closing date:
19 February 2025
Location:
Bolton, BL2 6PP
Company:
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust
Job type:
Permanent
Job reference:
6947276/241-42-IC-25

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust

About the Role:

This exciting opportunity within Bolton’s Intermediate Care Unit seeks enthusiastic and experienced Healthcare Assistants to join a friendly team. The role provides vital support to trained nursing and therapy staff, ensuring high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Providing physical patient care.
  • Maintaining clean and safe patient environments.
  • Managing medical equipment and supplies.
  • Supporting nursing and therapy staff in all aspects of clinical care.
  • Participating in stock maintenance.
  • Undertaking basic training in clinical tasks, including venepuncture, cannulation, EGC recording, and blood sugar analysis, after initial assessments.
  • Potential for rotation within the Intermediate Care setting.

Skills and Expertise:

  • Experience as a Healthcare Assistant.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Proven ability to handle patient care responsibilities.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with patients and colleagues.

Why Join Us:

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust values its staff, offering a supportive and positive work environment. Our commitment to staff retention and the values of Vision, Openness, Integrity, Compassion, and Excellence create a rewarding work atmosphere for our dedicated team.