Job overview

Hailsham Ward is a 41 bedded surgical unit taking elective patients for a range of surgical specialties. This is a fast paced ward with a high turnover of patients and the role of the Clinical Orderly is essential to maintaining the standards we strive to achieve.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and well-motivated Clinical Orderly to join our busy team. We will provide a supportive atmosphere on the ward and are committed to professional development of all staff. Our aim is to provide the highest quality patient care in a happy work environment.

Main duties of the job

Cleaning i.e. patient beds, bedspaces, patient equipment, cleaning of fans, checking curtains for date and cleanliness adhering to NHS cleaning standards.

General - report mechanical and IT defects.

Observation of infection control procedures.

Stock management.

Attend in-service training as required.

Transferring of samples as required.

Working for our organisation

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year. 

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.

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