Healthcare Assistant Endoscopy

Healthcare Assistant - Endoscopy
Ross Hall Hospital
37.5 Hours & Permanent
Salary: 24947.00 per year

Ross Hall Hospital in Glasgow is part of Circle Health Group Britains leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join their team of staff in theEndoscopydepartment.

This is a full- time role for 37.5 hours a week. The role holder will be required tocover a flexible shift pattern.

Duties of this role include:

• Assist patients with personal hygiene washing dressing toileting oral care and mobility needs respecting their preferences and dignity.

• Help patients with eating drinking and nutritional support including documenting intake where appropriate.

• Provide comfort and emotional support to patients and relatives creating a caring and safe environment.

• Carry out and accurately record routine observations such as blood pressure pulse respiratory rate temperature oxygen saturation and blood glucose levels (after appropriate training).

• Support basic clinical procedures including wound care setup assisting with catheter care pressure area prevention and mobility aids.

• Prepare and maintain clinical areas including trolleys beds and equipment in readiness for patient use.

• Work collaboratively with nurses doctors therapists and admin teams to support safe and efficient patient care

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Previous experience in a care or health support role (hospital care home community or domiciliary).

• Good communication and interpersonal skills with a caring compassionate attitude.

• Ability to follow instructions and escalate concerns appropriately.

• Basic literacy numeracy and IT skills.

• Physically able to undertake duties including moving and handling tasks.

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification) desirable.

• Knowledge of safeguarding infection control and confidentiality procedures.

Salary & Benefits

Circle Health Group is committed to offering competitive starting salaries and access to a wide range of employee benefits including:

• 25 days holiday per year bank holidays increasing to 30 days with service

• Private Pension Scheme

• Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals covering pre-existing medical conditions

• Friends & Family Hospital Discounts

• Family Friendly policies including enhanced Maternity Paternity & Adoption pay

• Non-contributory life insurance

• Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits

• Access to resources tools and services to support your wellbeing

• Employee recognition programmes

• Industry leading training and development opportunities

and much more!

Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all our colleagues. Our definition of diversity goes beyond the established characteristics protected by the Equality Act as we strive to attract candidates with diverse experiences backgrounds identities or expressions skills work stylesand more.

Were passionate about creating an environment where our people can thrive grow and develop professionally and personally. Our principles and values guide our colleagues to be selfless compassionate committed collaborative brave agile tenacious and creative and are at the core of our purpose and culture.

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