medical assistant Lewes, England
Job description
About us
Mission Statement
St Peter & St James Hospice provides expert care to adults living with a life-limiting illness in our community. Our support extends to friends and families too. Our community includes Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath, Lewes, Uckfield and everywhere in between.
We support people to live and die well, according to what matters most to them. Our mission is to provide the best possible care, in the right place, at the right time, to everyone who needs us. Our workforce is committed to excellence in all they do.
Our key values are at the heart of our organisation and underpin everything we do. They define who we are, how we work, what we believe in and stand for.
- Compassion – We show everyone empathy, kindness and respect.
- Integrity – We do the right thing, no matter how challenging.
- Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions and outcomes.
- Excellence – We strive to be outstanding and aim to exceed expectations
- Inclusivity – We welcome and respect everyone.
St Peter & St James Hospice is set in 36 acres of beautiful and peaceful Sussex countryside and provides specialist hospice care for adults towards and at the end of life both at the Hospice and at home.
We are looking for a Healthcare Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing assistance to medical staff, helping patients with their daily needs, and providing support to ensure that all medical procedures are carried out safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping others, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with patient care.
- Assist with medical procedures and treatments.
- Provide emotional support to patients and their families.
- Maintain patient records and charts.
- Assist in the administration of medications.
- Assist with medical tests and examinations.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Part-time hours: 37.5 per week
Salary: £20,925.00-£21,450.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Lewes: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Care home: 1 year (preferred)
- Home care: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
- English (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
