Healthcare Assistant (HCA) ENT Ward

📣 Healthcare Assistant (HCA) – ENT Ward

Location: NHS Hospital / ENT Inpatient or Day‑Case Ward Glasgow
Type: Temporary 
Band: 2–3
 

SJK Healthcare is looking for experienced and compassionate Healthcare Assistants to join busy ENT wards, supporting patients recovering from tonsillectomies, nasal surgery, ear procedures, and tracheostomy care.

💼 Key Responsibilities

• Support pre‑ and post‑operative ENT patients
• Perform observations (NEWS2), fluid balance & escalation
• Assist with airway safety (bleeding, stridor, tracheostomy support under supervision)
• Provide personal care, mobility support & patient comfort
• Maintain a clean, safe environment & follow strict IPC
• Assist with admissions, discharges & documentation

🩺 Requirements

• HCA experience in NHS (UK) hospitals
• Confident with observations & patient support
• Enhanced PVG + up‑to‑date mandatory training

✨ Ideal Candidate

Caring, observant, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced surgical/ENT environment.