Shifts: Monday to Friday 08.00 and 20.30
Are you an experienced Health Care Assistant or Support Worker with a Care Certificate? Would you like a unique opportunity to work in Cardiology Services? Would you like to develop your career your way?
Due to the launch of new services and an increase in patient activity we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated Care Support Worker to join our Cardiology Team. You will be a key member of the cardiorespiratory team, supporting trained Physiologists providing cardiac diagnostic tests such as 24hr and 7-day Holter monitors, 24hr blood pressure monitoring, angiograms and pacing, in both an inpatient and outpatient setting.
This role is ideally suited to a Care Support Worker who is completely patient focused, with a caring and compassionate attitude who would like to progress their career in a fast‑paced cardiology department.
Role Responsibilities
- Demonstrate good clinical practice at all times and be accountable for own actions
- Work as a team assisting with the day to day running of clinics
- Chaperone patients in clinics
- Monitor patients’ conditions by taking temperatures, pulse, respirations and weight prior to clinic appointments
- Ensure that your own professional development is maintained and enhanced
Person Specification
- Have a good standard of general education with proven literacy and numeracy skills
- Hold a Care Certificate
- Have proven communication skills
- Demonstrate basic IT skills
- Have experience working in the Care Sector as either a Care Support Worker, Health Care Assistant or Clinical Support Worker
- Hold an NVQ level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care
- Have experience working as a Care Assistant, Clinical Support Worker or Care Support Worker in an acute healthcare setting
- Have experience undertaking ECG’s
- Have Phlebotomy experience
Why Join KIMS Hospital
At KIMS Hospital, we understand our people are our biggest asset and we are focused on ensuring they feel happy and valued both in and out of the workplace. That’s why we have created a benefits package to support your emotional, financial, and physical wellbeing.
KIMS Hospital bank workers enjoy the following benefits:
- Free secure staff parking
- Employee Assistance Platform
- Retail discounts and cashback
- Discounted gym membership
- Free eye test
If you’re ready to take the next step in your cardiology career and help shape the future of cardiac care at KIMS Hospital, we’d love to hear from you – apply online today.
At KIMS Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are proud to be an equal opportunities and disability confident employer.
Any offers of employment made by KIMS Hospital for this position will be subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of a satisfactory DBS Certificate from the Disclosure & Barring Service. Information about the DBS checks can be found at https://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check
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