Peri-operative Healthcare Assistant - UPMC Aut Even Hospital, Kilkenny
Location: Aut Even Hospital; Job type: Permanent (part‑time contract 19.5 hours per week)
Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation and checking of theatre equipment as per list and activity
Work as a 2nd assistant to the surgeon assisting with surgical intervention as directed
Complete check list to ensure equipment and instrumentation is available and fit for purpose
Stock Management
Assist with the safe transfer of patients within the peri‑operative setting including inter‑departmental transfers
Assist in the positioning of patients and the use of appropriate pressure‑relieving aids
Assist with the collection of specimens as directed by the theatre nurse
Receive specimens from surgical/anaesthetic team, ensure correct labeling, packaging and requisition prior to safe transport to specimen area
Replenish sterile stocks as appropriate ensuring stock rotation
Ensure specified procedure areas and trolleys are stocked
Prepare and open sterile packs, instrument sets, sundries and pour lotions
Position relevant theatre equipment as appropriate
Assist with the gowning and gloving of theatre and medical staff
Ensure items for disposal are correctly bagged/binned and ready for collection as per waste disposal policy
Clean equipment surfaces, ensuring solutions used conforms to infection control policies
Report any faults of fabric, furniture or equipment
Undertake any other duties within the scope of the post as agreed with the theatre manager
Endoscopy
Support the RGN in the delivery of effective and efficient patient care
Understand how information is obtained, transmitted and stored during delivery of the care service in endoscopy
Preparation of endoscopy area including the endoscopy wash room
Ensure all endoscopes and supporting equipment is available and fit for purpose
Ensure consumables are available
Assist in the positioning of patients and the use of appropriate pressure‑relieving aids
Be familiar with the pre‑cleaning stage, leak testing, manual cleaning, storage and transportation of endoscopes
General
Through the course of the working day or week there may be a requirement to work in other areas of the hospital in line with patient requirements as requested by your line manager/deputy or nurse management
Staff must produce satisfactory documentary evidence of all training and experience claimed by them, if required to do so by the organisation
To respect the organisational values of the Hospital
Qualifications & Experience
Demonstrate evidence of effective planning and organising skill
Demonstrate the ability to build and maintain relationships including the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Demonstrate evidence of ability to empathise with and treat patients, relatives and colleagues with dignity and respect
Demonstrate a commitment to providing a quality service
Demonstrate effective analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
Demonstrates excellent communication skills, including sufficient command of the English language so as to effectively carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role
Evidence of FETAC Level 5 Education or equivalent life experience
Minimum of 12 months experience in a customer‑focused environment within the healthcare sector
Previous experience as a Health Care Assistant working within the Peri‑operative setting which may include endoscopy
Job Specific Competencies and Knowledge
Understand how information is obtained, transmitted and stored during delivery of the care service in endoscopy
Use positive communication skills when interacting with patients and relatives
Demonstrate evidence of effective planning and organising skill
Demonstrate the ability to build and maintain relationships including the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Demonstrate evidence of ability to empathise with and treat patients, relatives and colleagues with dignity and respect
Demonstrate a commitment to providing a quality service
Demonstrate effective analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
Demonstrates excellent communication skills, including sufficient command of the English language so to effectively carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role
Personal Competencies
Attend in a timely manner all mandatory education sessions
Time management skills
Able to act quickly to address urgent matters
Salary
€34,304.02 – €41,760.31 per annum based on a 39 hour work week (pro‑rata)
Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Benefits: Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit 3 times. Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66. Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme. Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments. Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.
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