Job Description

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria. Applicants for the Senior HCA role must be able to evidence a minimum of 2 years' experience in the same role (Band 3 HCA within the NHS) to meet the salary requirements to qualify for sponsorship.



The post holder contributes and actively participates in the smooth and efficient running of the two cardiac theatres. They work collaboratively with the perioperative team to meet the needs of patients, following policy and procedures while providing supervision to more junior staff and student nurses, where appropriate.



The post holder is a confident and competent Health Care Assistant who participates in the on call service under the supervision and guidance of a qualified practitioner



Communication



To act as a role model by demonstrating excellent communication and listening skills with patients, relatives and staff



Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information to other professional groups (e.g. equipment failure, special requests from medical staff)



To ensure that there are high standards of documentation and care planning in all areas of practice and those documentation standards are consistent across all areas.



Maintenance of surgical register, in accordance with national and trust policies.



To act as the patients advocate respecting patient privacy and dignity.



Communicate and interact with other departments within the cardiac unit.



At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.



Candidate Pack https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/



This job description is an outline of the role and responsibilities, please see the document attached for full details.



From time to time due to the needs of the service, we may ask you to flexibly undertake other duties that are consistent with your role and banding, including project work, internal job rotation and absence cover.



The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the department and the organisation.