Cardio-Respiratory Support Worker

Overview

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Cardio Respiratory Investigations (CRI) team. The Cardio-Respiratory Support Worker will play a key role as part of the CRI multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality administrative and some clinical support to ensure patients and their relatives experience a seamless, coordinated, and positive journey through the department. Applicants should be excellent communicators, have the ability to deal with the general public on a daily basis and have a positive approach to patient care.

It is essential that applicants have a good standard of IT skills and be able to work on their own initiative and as part of a team.

• Provide efficient and comprehensive administrative support to the CRI team.
• Act as the first point of contact for departmental queries via phone, email, or face-to-face.
• Ensure a smooth, well-organized reception service to support patient flow and departmental operations.
• Maintain accurate patient records and coordinate administrative processes to support clinical staff.
• (Optional/Developmental) Following appropriate training, assist with basic clinical procedures such as recording and recognizing normal/abnormal ECGs and fitting blood pressure and Holter monitors.
• Receive a comprehensive induction.
• Participate in annual appraisals and receive support to develop personal and professional goals.
• Have opportunities to progress within clinical or administrative pathways in a supportive, inclusive environment.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and efficient in a busy environment.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A professional, empathetic, and patient-focused approach.

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.

We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence. We actively seek to improve diversity and encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ & Disabled people.

Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.

The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specifications focus on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded. For our agenda for change staff, we offer a competitive benefits package with regular pay awards and other terms. New colleagues can expect a warm welcome here at Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust.

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