Job Description Bank Ward Health Care Assistant | West Midlands Hospital | Bank Hours The Role We’re looking for a passionate Bank Healthcare Assistant to join our surgical ward. Putting patients first, you’ll be given time to care for each person as a unique individual. Our Surgical wards are busy and colleagues will rely on your support. Together, you’ll deliver the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supported environment. You’ll be valued for your skills and expertise and given lots of opportunity to develop, because at Ramsay Health Care UK, we know our people are our most important asset. Where you’ll be based West Midlands Hospital is a leading private Hospital set in pleasant grounds at Colman Hill, West Midlands. Conveniently located on the outskirts of Halesowen and only three miles from junction 3 of the M5 and 10 miles from Birmingham city centre, we offer the highest standards of clinical and personal care across a multitude of specialities. The hospital has 2 operating theatres, an endoscopy theatre and full diagnostic services on site. It is likely to see a further development and an increase in facilities within the next 2 years which will include a designated off-site ambulatory unit as a minimum. What you’ll bring with you NVQ level 2 or prepared to train to this level A warm, considerate and empathetic character The ability to make decisions and use your initiative Strong written and verbal communication skills A flexible and positive attitude What we give back to you Competitive hourly rates plus enhancements Free DBS Contributory pension scheme Excellent training and development opportunities Free parking and subsidised staff restaurant (subject to site facilities) Free uniform Access to Blue Light Card About us Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years’ experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS. We love people with a positive, “can do” attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success. We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. “The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that people – staff and doctors – are Ramsay Health Care’s most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. We are proud of our ‘Speak Up for Safety’ programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more ‘Time to Care’. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying. Please be advised that we reserve the right to close our advertisements prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process. West Midlands Hospital is committed to quality, equality and opportunity for all. We care. It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964. “The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.