Healthcare Support Worker

5 days ago


Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time
Job Title: Healthcare Support Worker

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Healthcare Support Worker to join our team at Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Job Overview

The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care on the Medical Assessment Unit. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, where you will have the chance to develop your skills and make a real difference in the lives of our patients.

Main Duties and Responsibilities
  • Assist Registered Nurses in the delivery of effective patient care, working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Participate in meetings and handovers to discuss patient progress and care.
  • Monitor and maintain stock levels on the ward or department.
  • Undertake errand duties, including transporting specimens, collecting instruments and drugs, and collecting case notes as required.
  • Assist in the preparation of patient case notes as required.
Key Skills and Qualities
  • Effective communication and customer service skills.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues.
  • Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and demonstrate compassion and empathy.
  • Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing situations.
  • Effective understanding of confidentiality and data protection.
Working for Our Organisation

At Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, we value our staff and believe that happy staff make for happy patients. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement and live our values, 'the WWL Way'. We are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do and providing safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity.

Person Specification
  • Effective level of numeracy and literacy skills.
  • Proven ability to remain calm under pressure.
  • Proven ability to demonstrate compassion/empathy/help others.
  • Proven ability to be flexible in your approach.
  • Speaks English to a good standard.
Working Circumstances and On-Call

Shifts of 6 or 12 hours to include nights and weekends. Rosters are planned and released six weeks in advance.



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