TRAFFIC
KwaZulu-Natal
Care Worker - Surgical
Mediclinic International
Job Description
Main Purpose of Job 
To support nursing unit staff in delivering safe and quality patient care that promotes and meets the healthcare needs of patients
Key Responsibility Areas- Support and assist nursing unit staff in the delivery of quality patient care within a team approach
- Identify and report risks in line with hospital policies
- Contribute to a positive patient experience through assisting the nursing unit staff
- Provide administrative support to the nursing unit staff as specified
- Contribute to a learning environment that builds staff competence by participating in continuous personal development
- Ensure that required stock is utilised efficiently and accurately charged
- Essential Education: An appropriate qualification as a Care Worker
- Desired Education: Grade 12
Essential minimum experience: Experience in a healthcare environment
Desired experience: None
Required Job Skills and Knowledge- Understanding of stock control principles
- Reporting and documenting events / tasks
- Knowledge of Medico,legal risks
- Knowledge of administrative tasks
- Understanding of patient experience aspects
- Understanding of patient care principles
- Application of infection prevention and control principles
About This Role
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Salary Benchmark
$53,940/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening
Speaking
Critical Thinking
Social Perceptiveness
Judgment and Decision Making
Common Technologies
Microsoft Access
Student information systems SIS software
EasyCBM
Microsoft Excel
Patient electronic medical record EMR software