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Industry Overview
Industry Overview
The ‘caring personal service’ sector employs almost 20,000 people in the North-east with an additional 1000 jobs set to be created between 2023 and 2030. It was the sector with the second highest number of job postings in 2021.
(Sources ABZ Works and SDS.)Link to an external health sector overview video here (YouTube)Link to an external social care sector overview video here (YouTube)The ‘caring personal service’ sector employs almost 20,000 people in the North-east with an additional 1000 jobs set to be created between 2023 and 2030. It was the sector with the second highest number of job postings in 2021.
Jaime_ProductDevEngineer_Compressed.mp4Jaime, Product Development Engineer - Terumo Aortic
Product Development Engineer
Product Development Engineer
About the role:
Jaime is part of a team that develops patient-specific medical devices for treatment of abdominal aortic aneurysm by gathering information and measurements from 3D CT scans, planning design features and generating manufacturing drawings using Computer Aided Design, evaluating device prototypes and documenting risks. Additionally, it investigates concepts to improve and expand the products available.
About the organisation:
Terumo Aortic delivers endovascular, surgical and hybrid solutions to treat every segment of the aorta, offering a range of off-the-shelf products and individualised solutions to suit varying patient anatomy.
Lisa_MARS Technician_NHS.mp4Lisa, MARS Technician - NHS Grampian
Medication Administration Records Technician
Medication Administration Records Technician
About the role:
Lisa is involved in making splints and spinal jackets for patients, along with prosthesis such as lower limbs. She fixes and programmes wheelchairs.
About the organisation:
NHS Grampian provides healthcare services to the population of Grampian.
Daisy_Med_Student_Compressed.mp4Daisy, Medical student - University of Dundee
Medical Student
Medical Student
About the role:
Daisy is studying medicine. In the initial stages of the degree, there is a focus on I the science that underpins medicine. In the first three years, there is a focus on body systems, examining normal and abnormal function. In years 4 and 5, there will be placements in a number of clinical areas to put training into practice.
About the organisation:
Jonathan_Podiatry_Compressed.mp4Jonathan, Podiatrist - NHS Grampian
Podiatrist
Podiatrist
About the role:
Jonathan specialises in foot and ankle issues including pain in the muscle or bones. He arranges orthotics such as insoles to help with arch support or injections/manipulations. He refers patients to other health professions such as surgery if needed.
About the organisation:
NHS Grampian provides healthcare services to the population of Grampian.
Brodie_Team Leader.mp4Brodie, Care Support Worker - VSA
Care Support Worker
Care Support Worker
About the role:
As a support worker Brodie provides vital support to people of all ages, which includes supporting a person’s physical, mental, emotional and social wellbeing. Brodie helps provide the best of care to VSA service users by helping them maintain their independence for as long as they can, which is achieved by providing person-centred support based on each individual’s needs and requirements.
About the organisation:
VSA is a well-respected local social care charity, helping support the people of Aberdeen for over 150 years.
Our mission is to provide the best of care to enable the best of lives; supporting individuals and communities to fulfil their potential.
VSA provides vital support and services to people of all ages. At VSA we support a person’s physical, mental, emotional and social wellbeing through a range of residential and outreach support Services.
Emma_Speech & Language Therapy, NHS.mp4Emma, Speech and Language Therapist - NHS Grampian
Speech and Language Therapist
Speech and Language Therapist
About the role:
Emma works with children aged 18 months to 16 years with a wide range of language needs within the community. This can be at community hospitals, over video calls and in patients' homes, supporting children who have difficulties with language such as pronouncing words.
About the organisation:
NHS Grampian provides healthcare services to the population of Grampian.
Alison_radiographer_Compressed.mp4Alison, Radiographer - NHS Grampian
Radiographer
Radiographer
About the role:
Alison is responsible for radiation safety and checking equipment for any malfunctions. She also carries out examinations with patients with a range of conditions such as painful joints, chest issues and broken bones.
About the organisation:
NHS Grampian provides healthcare services to the population of Grampian.
Kendal_Mental Health Nurse, NHS.mp4Kendal, Mental Health Nurse - NHS Grampian
Mental Health Nurse
Mental Health Nurse
About the role:
Kendal supports patients, providing medication and serving meals. as well as community activities. She supports them to plan for the future to enable their recovery to be able to live independently.
About the organisation:
NHS Grampian provides healthcare services to the population of Grampian.
Ebany_ChildrensNurse_Compressed.mp4Ebany, Children's Nurse - NHS Grampian
Children's Nurse
Children's Nurse
About the role:
Children’s nurses care for sick, injured or disabled children and young people. They provide comfort and reassurance to patients and their parents or carers in difficult or stressful circumstances.
About the organisation:
NHS Grampian provides healthcare services to the population of Grampian.
Siobhan_Midwifery_Compressed.mp4Siobhan, Midwife - NHS Grampian
Midwife
Midwife
About the role:
Midwives provide support to women before, during and after childbirth, making sure babies receive the care they need at the earliest stages of life.
As experts in childbirth, the role of a midwife can be demanding and carries plenty of responsibility.
About the organisation:
NHS Grampian provides healthcare services to the population of Grampian.
Jackie_Oral_Health_Compressed.mp4Jackie, Oral Health Team Leader - NHS Grampian
Oral Health Team Leader
Oral Health Team Leader
About the role:
Jackie has worked in a variety of settings such as dental surgeries, local schools, care homes and even private homes in order to deliver oral healthcare. She is responsible for raising the awareness of the importance of oral health and help prevent gum disease and dental decay progressing
About the organisation:
NHS Grampian provides healthcare services to the population of Grampian.
Kate_SocialWorker_Compressed.mp4Kate, Social worker- Joint Child Protection Team, Aberdeen City Council
Social Worker
Social Worker
About the Role:
Social Worker at the Joint Child Protection Team. My team investigates all new allegations of child abuse and neglect within Aberdeen City
About the Organisation:
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