Healthcare Assistant Outpatients

Healthcare Assistant - Outpatients
The Harbour Hospital
37.5 Hours & Permanent
Salary: Up to 28000.00 per year (depending on level of experience training and qualification)

The Harbour Hospital in Poole 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 theOutpatientsdepartment.

The Outpatients Department at the Harbour Hospital is busy and vibrant catering to a wide range of Clinical Specialties. This exciting role involves supporting Consultants and other clinicians to run high quality and efficient outpatient clinics providing treatment and care for outpatients attending the nurse-led clinic and ensuring patient satisfaction. Daily tasks will include setting up clinical rooms with specialist equipment chaperoning for physical examinations phlebotomy and other pathology related processes performing dressing changes and answering clinical queries remotely by phone or email. We also support the minor surgeries operating theatre. Full training will be given for the practical aspects of the role but the ability to multi-task prioritise and communicate clearly under pressure are important skills for successful candidate to possess.

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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