Health Care Support Worker

London Bridge Hospital; London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

London Bridge Hospital is seeking a full-time Healthcare Assistant for its Outpatients team at Sydney Street Diagnostic Centre. The role involves performing observations, assisting nurses, and ensuring patient wellbeing in a state-of-the-art facility. Ideal candidates will have a Phlebotomy certification and experience in a hospital setting, aiming to deliver excellent patient care and support.

Benefits

Flexible benefits such as holiday options

Private healthcare

Pension contributions

Travel schemes

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a hospital setting is essential.
• Phlebotomy certification and NVQ in Health and Social Care are desired.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Perform observations and basic treatments under nurse supervision.
• Oversee patient chaperoning and assist medical staff.
• Rotate across satellite sites as required.

Skills

Patient care

Observation

Communication

Education

NVQ in Health and Social Care

Phlebotomy certification

Job description

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Phlebotomist/Healthcare Assistant – Outpatients

Location: London / Sydney Street Outpatient's, 102 Sydney St, London SW3 6NR

Full-time: 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday

Shift times: Service open between 8am – 8.30pm; work 7.5 hours per day on various shift patterns

We’re seeking a Healthcare Assistant to join our Outpatients team at Sydney Street Diagnostic Centre, rated “Outstanding” by the CQC.

Sydney St is a world-class private outpatient and diagnostic centre in Chelsea, offering consultations, testing, and treatment in dermatology, ophthalmology, gastroenterology, and cancer care. Equipped with a blood laboratory, advanced diagnostic tools, a private GP practice, and a pharmacy, we aim to diagnose and treat efficiently in a modern, purpose-built environment.

As a Healthcare Assistant, reporting to the registered nurse, you will perform observations, investigations, and basic treatments. You will also oversee patient chaperoning and assist medical staff with daily duties.

Note: Rotation across satellite sites (Chelsea Outpatient Centre, The Lister Hospital, and Chiswick Outpatients) is required.

At HCA UK, we care about what you care about:

• Delivering excellent care
• Supporting your career growth
• Providing supportive working conditions for your wellbeing

What you’ll bring:

• NVQ in Health and Social Care (desirable)
• Phlebotomy certification (essential)
• Previous Healthcare Assistant experience in a hospital setting (essential)
• Experience in Outpatients (desirable)
• Right to work in the UK

Why choose HCA UK?

Founded over 50 years ago, HCA is a leading healthcare provider investing heavily in the latest treatments and facilities. We offer excellent career progression opportunities and prioritize employee wellbeing, offering flexible benefits such as holiday options, private healthcare, pension contributions, travel schemes, life assurance, and more.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment, respecting individual differences and fostering a culture of belonging. We support flexible working and reasonable adjustments to ensure everyone feels valued and can thrive.