Healthcare Assistant | Surgical Wards | Competitive salary - dependent on experience | Worcester | Full Time | GOOD CQC Rating
Due to expansion Spire Southbank have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join our experienced surgical ward team on a full time, permanent basis. This role forms an intrinsic part of our clinical team, working alongside our nursing staff in the surgical ward.
Spire South Bank Hospital has been in operation for 30 years providing quality private healthcare to the local population and beyond, earning a reputation as a leader in Worcestershire. We work with some of the areas most experienced Consultant Surgeons, Anaesthetists and Physicians to deliver tailored, personalised care. We are proud of the positive patient feedback we receive and are currently undertaking refurbishment of our in-patient bedrooms following significant recent investment.
Duties and responsibilities:
1. Assisting the team on the surgical ward in the provision of exemplary patient care
2. Contributing to the support and monitoring of patients
3. Identifying and reporting any significant changes that might affect the patient’s health and well-being to the appropriate person
4. Assisting with the movement of patients in line with hospital policies
Who we're looking for:
5. Must have previous experience working as an HCA in an hospital setting, surgical ward, or ward experience
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential
7. NVQ Level 3 is desirable
8. Experience in the following: ECGs, taking blood/blood pressures and patient observations is essential
9. UK right to work and based
Hours: Full-time 37.5 Hours per week. Rotation of shifts Days, Nights and Weekends.11.5 hours
Contract Type: Permanent
Benefits
We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
10. 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
11. Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
12. ‘Spire for you’ reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
13. Free Bupa wellness screening
14. Private medical insurance
15. Life assurance