Clinical Support Worker

An exciting opportunity has become available to join our Dermatology team. We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable person who is able to work flexibly in our busy department. To work as a member of the team, carrying out work that involves direct care in support of registered nurses as well as working in support of the medical staff in clinics and surgical clinics, ensuring patients privacy and dignity is maintained at all times.

Our care support workers carry out assigned tasks involving direct patient care, you will work as an integrated member of the team, assisting in clinics and with surgical procedures according to agreed policies. You will maintain the patients dignity and self respect at all times achieving a high standard of care. You will be accountable for ensuring the highest standard of care is delivered and will constantly promote: patient safety, effective care and a positive patient experience at each stage of the patients journey. You should have good organisational , time management and interpersonal skills. you must be open to change and interested in your own personal development. You must have the ability to communicate effectively and be flexible within the department and have an appreciation of the principles of confidentiality.

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.

At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you’re looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients’ lives, HDFT could be the place for you!

We Offer Colleagues

• A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
• Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
• Employee Support and wellbeing – we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.
  
  

Please Note

• Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications
• Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.
• Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
• All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
  
  

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Debbie Beaty Job title: Unit manager Email address: [email protected] Telephone number: 01423 555475

I am available to contact Tuesday to Friday 8-5