Job overview
We are looking for new members to join us in the Antenatal and Triage areas of our service. You would need to be flexible, hardworking, enjoy changing daily work with an interest in pregnancy and supporting women throughout this exciting time.
Main duties of the job
We are looking to recruit friendly, motivated and compassionate individuals to become part of our established Women's Service Assistants Team within the Antenatal Areas of Princess Royal Hospital Women and Childrens Unit
Working alongside the Midwifery team you would be involved in providing direct care for Women during pregnancy as well as the operational running of the clinical areas ensuring we continue to achieve high standards of cleanliness and patient care.
Working for our organisation
These posts are based within the Antenatal Ward and Obstetric Triage but we may require you to work in other areas of Maternity as the service needs. Care provision is 24 hours, 7 days a week and you will be required to work shifts including nights, weekends and bank holidays.
You would be working with a range of health professionals to care for women throughout pregnancy. No two days are the same and it can be a very busy yet rewarding fast paced environment.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person specification
Qualification
Essential criteria
GCSE of C or above in Maths and English or equivalent
Desirable criteria
NVQ level 2 in care
Experience and Knowledge
Essential criteria
Sufficient experience to demonstrate a good understanding of clinical care in a hospital environment
Skills
Essential criteria
Sound IT skills
Evidence of a good standard of communication skills including verbal, non verbal and written