Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to work at the Cardiac Catheter Laboratory as a Band 2 Healthcare Support Worker. This is a developmental post to a Band 3 once all the essential training and development criteria have been achieved.
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with a genuine interest in cardiology and intervention, keen to be involved in this expanding and dynamic service.
You should possess excellent communication and organisational skills.
The post holder will support the team in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based nursing care, working collaboratively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.
The candidate must be an excellent role model and be capable of building strong working relationships.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply for this post.
Main duties of the job
To assist Registered nurses and other team members in delivering a high standard of patient care.
To assist in admitting, caring for and discharging patients through their journey in the Cardiac Cath Lab. This entails preparing patients pre procedure and ensuring their aftercare recovery post procedure.
The Cardiac Cath Lab team consist of Doctors, Nurses, Radiographers and Cardiac Physiologists who all work together to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for the patients. All the procedures carried out in the Cardiac Cath Lab require all disciplines to work together and the team is only as strong as its weakest link, making this a team that works cohesively together, valuing and respecting each other.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Details
Date posted
03 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
Depending on experience per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
050-ACS759-1225
Job locations
North Wales Cardiac Centre, Glan Clwyd Hospital
Sarn Lane
Bodelwyddan
LL18 5UJ
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply no" to view in TRAC. Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply no" to view in TRAC.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential

• Moving and Handling Course completed

Desirable

• Level II NVQ certificate in direct patient care or working towards

Experience
Essential

• Previous nursing or hospital ward based experience
• Previous experience of working with the public

Desirable

• Some experience of cardiology or catheter lab working

Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• To abide by all trust policies and protocols
• To demonstrate some understanding of infection control

Desirable

• IV Cannulation
• Venepuncture
• Can do ECGs

Personal
Essential

• Ability to work well within a multi-disciplinary team
• Effective communication skills

Desirable

• Good communicator

Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential

• Moving and Handling Course completed

Desirable

• Level II NVQ certificate in direct patient care or working towards

Experience
Essential

• Previous nursing or hospital ward based experience
• Previous experience of working with the public

Desirable

• Some experience of cardiology or catheter lab working

Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• To abide by all trust policies and protocols
• To demonstrate some understanding of infection control

Desirable

• IV Cannulation
• Venepuncture
• Can do ECGs

Personal
Essential

• Ability to work well within a multi-disciplinary team
• Effective communication skills

Desirable

• Good communicator

Skills Required