Orthopaedic Support Assistant, Band 3
4 weeks ago
Position Overview
Orthopaedic Support Assistant, Band 3 - Fracture Services ( hours a week)
Role Summary
The selected individual will be responsible for assisting patients in the elective orthopaedic and fracture services, reporting directly to the qualified nursing staff who will provide guidance in this role. The individual will perform specific assigned tasks, adhering to the necessary training and competency levels, including patient monitoring, personal hygiene assistance, application of splints and braces, and coordinating patient admissions to wards as needed.
Why Join Us?
We operate a dynamic Orthopaedic and fracture service, addressing a wide range of orthopaedic issues and fractures. Our team comprises 28 Consultants specializing in various areas, including hand, foot, shoulder, hip, spine, and knee care. We pride ourselves on being a supportive and professional team, collaborating with multiple other healthcare professionals. We are committed to enhancing our services and have conducted numerous audits and studies focused on patient-centered care and information. We encourage innovative ideas from our staff and prioritize their training and development. Opportunities are available to gain competencies in cast care and learn the application of casts and splints.
Key Responsibilities
What We Seek
- Strong interpersonal skills to effectively engage with individuals at all levels and work collaboratively as part of a team.
- A commitment to fostering a safe and welcoming environment for staff, patients, and visitors.
- Flexibility to support service provision across different locations within the orthopaedic and fracture services.
- Under supervision, deliver safe patient care in a dynamic clinical setting, utilizing equipment and resources appropriately.
- Serve as a chaperone for patients attending appointments.
- Execute specific delegated tasks in line with training and competency, including patient observations, personal hygiene assistance, application of basic splints and braces, plaster cast removal, ECG recording, MRSA screening, venepuncture, and coordinating patient admissions from the clinic.
About Our Team
We are a welcoming and professional team that collaborates with various multi-disciplinary teams. Our focus is on continuous improvement, and we actively engage in audits and studies that enhance patient-centered care and information. We value new ideas and innovations from our staff, as well as their ongoing training and development.
Job Responsibilities
- Communicate effectively, especially when patient communication is limited.
- Provide safe care in a dynamic clinical environment, utilizing equipment and resources safely and appropriately across the service.
- Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures.
- Input and retrieve patient information from electronic systems, maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records.
- Perform specific delegated tasks in accordance with training and competency, including application of basic splints and braces, plaster cast removal, ECG recording, MRSA screening, venepuncture, and coordinating patient admissions from the clinic.
Challenges of the Role
- Meeting tight internal or external deadlines.
- Adapting quickly to changing priorities and timelines.
- Managing exposure to verbal aggression and resistance during incident investigations.
- Navigating difficult situations with the support of qualified nursing staff.
Qualifications
Essential
- Certificate in Adult Literacy and Numeracy or GCSE in English and Maths.
Experience
Desirable
- Experience as a Nursing/Healthcare Assistant.
- Familiarity with basic nursing and personal care, with the ability to provide fundamental nursing skills.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Desirable
- Practical skills, prioritization, and time management abilities.
- Active listening skills with patients and team members.
- A genuine interest in working within the specialty.
- Previous experience in a healthcare setting.
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