Health Care Support Worker - Outpatient Renal and Peritoneal Dialysis Clinics

Role: Health Care Support Worker - Outpatient Renal and Peritoneal Dialysis Clinics
Location: Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow
Salary: Band 3 (£29,103 - £31,409)
Working Pattern: 2 x 18 Hours Per Week (Worked over 3 Days - Monday - Friday)
Employment type: Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for motivated and compassionate Healthcare Support Workers to join the Renal Outpatient Service at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital (QEUH). The successful candidates will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting registered nursing staff in delivering safe, effective, and person-centred care to patients with kidney disease. The Renal Outpatient Department provides specialist care across the patient pathway, including pre-dialysis care, dialysis preparation and commencement, kidney transplant assessment, and post-transplant follow-up care.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS).

Key responsibilities
The post holder will provide both clinical and administrative support within the Renal Outpatient and Peritoneal Dialysis Services. Duties will include undertaking venepuncture, cannulation, ECG recording, and assisting with the preparation and set-up of peritoneal dialysis equipment. The role involves maintaining accurate digital patient records and supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to infection prevention and control standards and contribute to maintaining a safe clinical environment. The role is physically demanding and includes moving and handling patients with varying levels of dependency, handling ward equipment, spending the majority of the shift walking or standing, and working in an environment where there may be exposure to body fluids and therapeutic products.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job

• Ability to prioritise workload and work independently when required.
• Caring and compassionate approach, preferably with experience in a healthcare or caring environment.
• Ability to work effectively with patients, colleagues, and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, together with literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to carry out assigned tasks effectively within a busy clinical environment.
• Understanding of infection prevention and control principles.
• Basic IT skills, including the ability to use electronic patient records.
• Evidence of ongoing learning and professional development is desirable.
• Previous NHS or healthcare experience is desirable.
• Training and competency assessments will be provided where required, including clinical skills such as venepuncture, cannulation, ECG recording, and peritoneal dialysis support.

What we offer
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you. For an informal discussion, please contact: Tracie Cameron, Senior Charge Nurse, 0141 452 3296, Tracie.Cameron@nhs.scot
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates (https://sway.cloud.microsoft/rGdd88aJk1LnzO6J)

This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
This post may require a satisfactory PVG Scheme record check.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer.