Health Care Assistant

NHS National Services Scotland; Airdrie; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join their team at University Hospital Monklands. This role is pivotal in ensuring patient-centered care, where you will assist with personal care and examination duties under the guidance of registered nurses. The position offers a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and skill development. With a commitment to maintaining hygiene and safety within the ward, you will play a crucial role in delivering quality healthcare services to a diverse community. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

NHS Pension Scheme

Paid sick leave

Occupational health services

Counseling services

Work-life balance policies

Qualifications

• Experience in health, education, or social settings.
• Strong ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and examination duties for patients.
• Maintain hygiene, order, and safety within the ward.

Skills

Personal care procedures

Communication skills

Teamwork

Information technology

Education

SVQ Level 2 in Health Care

Job description

The Role

NHS Lanarkshire is seeking to recruit a Healthcare Assistant based at University Hospital Monklands.

The Healthcare Assistant, as part of a multidisciplinary team, will perform routine personal care and assist with examination duties for patients under the supervision of a registered nurse or clinician. The role requires a person-centred approach to care, ensuring safety and quality in service delivery. Responsibilities include maintaining hygiene, order, and safety within the ward or department environment.

Please note: Duties may vary depending on the ward or department and patient dependency levels.

NHS Lanarkshire Overview

If you aspire to work with NHS Lanarkshire, this could be your opportunity to join Team Lanarkshire!

We prioritize patient-centered care. Every colleague plays a vital role in delivering healthcare services across a diverse population of 655,000 in both rural and urban areas of North and South Lanarkshire. Our organization includes Acute Services across three main hospital sites, Corporate & Support Services, and integrated primary healthcare and social care through North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships.

Candidate Requirements

• Knowledge of personal care procedures or relevant volunteer/work experience in health, education, or social settings.
• Willingness to undertake on-the-job training and induction.
• Must meet mandatory Healthcare Support Worker (HCSW) standards.
• Ability to work effectively with people and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to perform assigned tasks efficiently in a busy environment.
• Basic knowledge of information technology.

Preferred Qualifications

• SVQ Level 2 in Health Care or currently working towards it.

Contract Details

Permanent, full-time role, 37 hours per week.

Location and Working Pattern

Based in Ward 21 - Stroke, University Hospital Monklands. The working pattern involves a rota system.

Applicants may be considered for similar roles in different locations during the interview process.

Additional Information

For more details, contact Ann-Frances Cullen, Senior Nurse, at [e-mail]. For application or recruitment inquiries, contact Marion Bisset at [e-mail], including the job title and reference number.

Why Join NHS Lanarkshire?

Enjoy a supportive environment that fosters skill development and career growth. Benefits include minimum 27 days annual leave, public holidays, NHS Pension Scheme membership, paid sick leave, occupational health, counseling services, and work-life balance policies. We also offer support services addressing various personal and work-related topics.

Further Information

Refer to the Job Description for role specifics. For recruitment or organizational details, visit our recruitment webpage.