Health Care Support Worker -Pre-Op Assessment

• Welcoming patients and helping them feel comfortable.
• Taking basic observations such asblood pressure, pulse, temperature and oxygen levels.
• Recording patients' height, weight and other information.
• Asking patients about their health, medical history and current medication, under the supervision of the clinical team.
• Preforming ECGs
• Taking blood samples if the role includes phlebotomy and you are trained.
• Updating patient records accurately.
• Preparing equipment and clinical areas.
• Communicating with patients who may be nervous or worried about their operation.
• Working closely with nurses, doctors and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Recognising when something is outside your role and reporting concerns to the appropriate healthcare professional.

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

• We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
• A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our care values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Essential

• Good verbal and written English communication skills.
• The ability to respond with kindness and humanity to patients.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety with an awareness of the importance of following Trust policies and procedures.
• A flexible and adaptable approach with the aptitude to work in a busy hospital healthcare setting.
• An understanding of the importance of patient confidentially and privacy.