Healthcare Support WorkerNHS

Job summary

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 1 YEAR DUE TO THE COVER OF STAFF CAREER BREAK.

Powys Teaching Health Board is responsible for meeting the health and wellbeing needs of the population of Powys. As a rural Health Board we have around 133,000 people living across an area that is a quarter of the land mass of Wales. Powys is the largest county in Wales with Snowdonia to the North and the Brecon Beacons to the South, the spectacular scenery is something to behold. Working in partnership, we commission and provide award-winning hospital, community, mental health and learning disability services, so our portfolio is varied and diverse. We are proud to offer patients an unrivalled level of care, not to mention a wide range of careers for professionals who want to make a real difference. If working for Powys Teaching Health Board is something that is of interest, we may have an opportunity just for you.

Please note this vacancy may be subject to closing early depending on the number of applications receivedPlease ensure you complete your application at your earliest convenience so that you do not miss the opportunity to apply

Main duties of the job

Work as part of the multidisciplinary team delivering care to patients with support and supervision provided by a registered health care professional.o Undertakes personal care activities and clinical care duties with minimal support and supervision as delegated by a registered healthcare professional in accordance with the HEIW All Wales Guidelines for Delegation.o Ensures the registered healthcare professional is regularly updated on the patients/client's condition and progress.o Ensures the working environment is safe and hygienic following infection prevention and control policies and processes.o Contributes to the teaching and supervision of students and junior staff.o Delivers role in accordance with Health Board Values and Code of Conduct for HCSW's in Wales.

Job description

This is a year fixed term to cover a staff on a career break

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About us

Powys is cited as being a wonderful place to live and work; a rural health setting where you can personally and professionally grow, where patients are at the heart of care provision. If you are an ambitious professional in search of job satisfaction, Powys is the place to be. Whatever your career aspirations, we are committed to supporting and developing you.

Powys Teaching Health Board is responsible for meeting the health and wellbeing needs of the population of Powys. Powys is the largest county in Wales with Snowdonia to the North and the Brecon Beacons to the South, the spectacular scenery is something to behold. Working in partnership, we commission and provide award-winning hospital, community, mental health and learning disability services, so our portfolio is varied and diverse. We are proud to offer patients an unrivalled level of care and range of careers for professionals who want to make a real difference.

Did you know - Powys Teaching Health Board accepts applications to retire and return from within the NHS in Wales. If you would like to know more, please contact the Powys Teaching Health Board Workforce team on 01874 712580 or [email protected]

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Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.