Health Care Assistant London, England
Job description
Healthcare Assistant – Gynaecology, Hepatobiliary, Thoracic Surgery Unit
We have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join our Gynaecology, Hepatobiliary, Thoracic Surgery Unit at The London Clinic. We are offering a competitive inclusive salary range of £27,948 - £31,800 per annum.
Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK’s largest private hospitals, with 8 state-of-the-art facilities located in the heart of London’s medical community around Harley Street. We have circa 1350 employees, and we are dedicated to providing our patients with expert, individualised treatment and care. We cover a comprehensive range of services, including complex medical and surgical procedures plus a range of cancer services. The London Clinic has a supportive and warm working culture where your contribution is valued, and you can help us deliver our three core values of “We go further”, “We work as one” and “We personalise care.”
Our Gynaecology, Hepatobiliary, Thoracic surgery unit has 18 beds and is an acute ward where step down from ICU is common. We look after patient’s post operatively; however, we also admit patients who requires medical management. Surgeries include; Liver resection, Whipples, Cholecystectomy, Oesophagectomy, Inguinal & umbilical hernia repair, Total Abdominal Hysterectomy, Polypectomy, Ovarian Cystectomy and Hysteroscopy.
Job Profile
As a Healthcare Assistant, you will work under direct or indirect supervision of the nursing staff, providing assistance with patients’ overall care and safety, as well as supporting the team to deliver high quality patient centred care.
- Job Location: This role is located at The London Clinic’s main hospital site in London, W1G 6BW (Close to Regents Park & Baker Street tube stations).
- Job Type: This is a full-time, permanent position working 37.5 hours per week; Monday to Sunday. Shifts include; rotational Long Days, Nights & Weekends.
- Salary: £27,948- £31,800 per annum (inclusive of London weighting and shift enhancements), dependent on skills and experience
- Benefits package: We offer a comprehensive package which includes a contribution pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%), Private Medical Healthcare, 33 day’s annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), season ticket travel loan, a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers and services, plus an extensive range of other benefits. We also offer excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist in delivering a high standard of holistic care to patients, recognising their individuality, and promoting privacy and dignity.
- Perform and report clinical observation of patient’s including respiration rate, temperature, pulse, blood pressure, oxygen saturation and fluid balance.
- Assist with patient hygiene, elimination, mobility, physical comfort, eating, drinking, whilst observing and reporting specific changes.
- Communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team, patients, visitors and other hospital departments.
- Assist with the maintenance of ward cleanliness and adhere to The London Clinic policies relating to infection control.
- Participate in Unit/Clinic projects.
Skills & Experience
- Experience working as a Healthcare Assistant within a hospital environment.
- NVQ in Care Level 2.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work as part of a team.
- Polite and pleasant with an appropriate professional demeanour and be able to cope with stressful and sensitive situations.
- An awareness of the importance of confidentiality and have a flexible approach to working arrangements.
The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities that benefit our patients, staff and the wider community.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team.
The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £27,948.00-£31,800.00 per year
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free or subsidised travel
- Gym membership
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- LONDON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
