Health Care Assistant (Swindon)

NHS; Swindon; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate Health Care Assistant to join their surgical team in Swindon. This full-time role offers a supportive environment focused on high-quality patient care. You will assist in the operating theatre and outpatient clinics, ensuring effective communication and adherence to clinical protocols. With a commitment to professional development and a flexible work-life balance, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in patient care. Enjoy competitive benefits, including a generous pension contribution and ample annual leave.

Benefits

Generous pension contribution

25 days of annual leave

Day off for birthday

Option to buy additional leave

Qualifications

• Understanding factors influencing good clinical care.
• Commitment to ongoing personal development.

Responsibilities

• Effective communication with patients and the multidisciplinary team.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records using SystmOne.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Care Certificate

Tools

SystmOne

Job description

Independent Health Group (IHG) has an opportunity for an experienced Health Care Assistant to join our friendly surgical team in Swindon.

This is a full-time role, Monday to Friday, based at Guildford Avenue in Swindon. There may also be some time spent with our team in Chippenham, based at Hathaway Medical Centre.

In addition to a competitive salary, IHG offers a generous pension contribution of 6% of your earnings. We offer 25 days of annual leave, a day off for your birthday (if it falls on a working day), bank holidays, and the option to buy up to 2 additional weeks of annual leave.

This role is also open to part-time applicants, who are encouraged to apply.

Main duties of the job

The Health Care Assistant (HCA) supports the Theatre Team by undertaking circulating duties in the operating theatre and supporting patients during the perioperative phase, delivering high standards of individualised patient care under supervision. Effective, empathic communication with patients and relatives is essential. The HCA also assists in outpatient clinics.

For more information or an informal discussion, please email Ciaran O'Neill at [e-mail]. To apply via CV, send it along with a cover letter to the same email.

About us

Established in 2004, Independent Health Group (IHG) has been committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care close to home. Recognised with an Outstanding CQC rating in 2022, we pride ourselves on excellence, innovation, and compassionate service.

We offer an alternative to traditional hospital settings, focusing on personalised care with continuity and convenience. Our services feature short waiting times, scheduled appointments, and one-to-one clinician contact, ensuring a seamless patient experience.

Our teams work in a supportive, flexible environment with patient contact at the core. We operate Monday to Friday, with no evening or bank holiday shifts, supporting a healthy work-life balance. We also support flexible working arrangements.

At IHG, we foster innovation in healthcare, providing opportunities for professional development, contribution to an exceptional organisation, and making a positive impact on patient care. We welcome passionate healthcare professionals to join us.

Job responsibilities

Main tasks and responsibilities:

• Effective communication with patients and the multidisciplinary team.
• Undertaking theatre competencies and supporting circulating duties.
• Working within your scope of practice and training.
• Performing routine circulating tasks for various surgical procedures.
• Preparing sterile equipment and ensuring sterility confirmation.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records using SystmOne.
• Assisting in patient positioning and transfers.
• Adhering to IHG policies and procedures.
• Supporting the safe use of medical equipment.
• Participating in induction and ongoing training of staff.
• Supporting colleagues and working according to instructions and approved procedures.

Providing high-quality care by:

• Setting up and packing away clinical rooms.
• Adhering to hand hygiene and infection prevention policies.
• Attending to patients' physical comfort.
• Performing and reporting clinical observations.
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Managing stock levels and ordering supplies.
• Taking responsibility for personal development.
• Reporting incidents and safeguarding concerns.
• Supporting outpatient clinics.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

• Understanding factors influencing good clinical care.
• Effective communication and patient reassurance skills.
• Teamwork and ability to work independently.
• Maintaining accurate patient records.
• Basic computer skills, including clinical systems like System One.

Qualifications

• Broad education demonstrating communication skills.
• Commitment to ongoing personal development.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care / Care Certificate or willingness to train.

Experience

• Experience working directly with patients or service users.
• Experience in a perioperative setting preferred.
• Supportive, collaborative attitude.
• Patient-centred approach.
• Responsibility, punctuality, integrity, and respect.
• Aware of own competence and learning needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Salary: £23,979.90 per year plus a 5% discretionary annual bonus.