Healthcare Assistant
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Healthcare Assistant to join our team. As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and supporting our clinical staff.
Main Responsibilities:
* Assist patients with pre-operative testing, including conducting tests and providing information prior to examination and treatment.
* Support patients during the consent appointment process, ensuring they understand their procedure and post-procedure care.
* Assist surgeons during consent appointments and treatments, acting as a scrub assistant when necessary.
* Co-ordinate patient flow on the day of consent appointments and surgery, minimising waiting times for patients.
* Undertake tasks such as decontamination of instruments and updating patient files.
* Participate in end-of-treatment day activities, including cleaning the department and compiling reports for head office.
Requirements:
* Excellent communication and presentation skills.
* Able to absorb and convey highly technical information.
* Adaptable with a flexible approach to work.
* Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritise tasks.
* A confident and professional individual with fantastic organisational skills.
What We Offer:
* A competitive salary.
* No night shift.
* State-of-the-art working environments.
* 29 days annual leave per year.
* Pension scheme.
* Free eye tests.
* Discounted prescription eyewear and sunglasses.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities.
* An accessible management team and transparent management structure.