Healthcare Assistant

One Healthcare Partners Limited; Ashford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A private healthcare facility in Ashford is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant to provide outstanding patient care. The role involves supporting registered nurses, taking basic observations, and ensuring a clean and caring environment. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of GCSE education and preferably NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care, along with essential phlebotomy training. Join a team committed to patient-centered care in a modern healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum GCSE education or equivalent.
• NVQ Level 2 / 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent preferred.
• Phlebotomy Training is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support RGNs in implementing patient care plans.
• Promote a caring environment for patients and relatives.
• Take basic observations like blood pressure and temperature.
• Assist with maintaining cleanliness and infection control.
• Help keep supplies and equipment organized.

Skills

Caring, patient and customer focused

Basic computer skills

Comprehensive written and verbal communication skills

Education

Minimum GCSE education or equivalent

NVQ Level 2 / 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent preferred

Phlebotomy Training

Job description

Healthcare Assistant

At One Ashford Hospital, we take great pride in delivering outstanding patient care and in supporting the people who make it possible. Our Outpatient services are built on teamwork, compassion, and a commitment to excellence, ensuring every patient receives a positive and reassuring experience.

We are always keen to welcome dedicated and caring Outpatient Healthcare Assistants who share our values and are passionate about supporting patients throughout their outpatient journey. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment, thrive as part of a team, and want to develop your skills within an industry-leading healthcare facility, then One Ashford Hospital could be the perfect fit for you.

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Responsibilities

• Support RGNs in the implementation of an agreed plan of care with the patient.
• Help promote and maintain a caring, supportive environment focused on meeting the needs of the patient / relatives / carer, working collaboratively with other departments to achieve this.
• Look after the physical comfort of patients, for example helping them with activities of daily living.
• Take basic observations such as blood pressure and temperature, height and weight, utilising the early warning score system as per hospital policy and elevate appropriately to the trained nurse.
• Listen and talk to patients, helping them to feel supported and safe.
• Assist with keeping the department clean and tidy, cleaning of equipment, adhering to infection prevention and control policy and hospital procedures at all times.
• Keep supplies and equipment in order, assisting in the maintenance of stock levels.
• Maintain contemporaneous patient records including patient pathways and the relevant IT reporting systems are up-to-date and accurate ensuring countersigned by a trained nurse.
• Chaperone when required.
• Participate in basic wound care management as required.
• Deal with any patient / relative complaints at the time if possible however elevate to appropriate member of staff if need be.

Qualifications

• Minimum GCSE education or equivalent
• NVQ Level 2 / 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent preferred.
• Phlebotomy Training (Essential)

Experience

• Ability to learn and develop
• Pre-assessment Healthcare experience in a hospital environment

Skills

• Caring, patient and customer focused
• Basic computer skills
• Comprehensive written and verbal communication skills

Desirables

• Experience in the private sector
• Competence in the following areas : phlebotomy, venapuncture and undertaking ECGs.
• Enthusiasm for cross functional working within different departments.

About the Hospital

One Ashford Hospital is one of Kent's newest private hospitals. Patients receive fast access to appointments with specialist Consultants, diagnostic imaging and treatment for a range of health concerns. Our private hospital has been designed with the latest technology and with patient care at its heart.

In September 2023, we joined with Phoenix Hospital Group, a leading London based private healthcare group. Phoenix provide exceptional patient centred care with three state-of-the-art medical facilities in the Harley Street Medical Precinct in Central London and one in Chelmsford, Essex.

One Ashford is next door to the William Harvey Hospital and is close to junction 10 of the M20. Parking is available and is ideally located for candidates living in and around the Ashford area.

Our Recruitment Process

At One Ashford Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

One Ashford Hospital is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references. They will also be subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

One Ashford Hospital reserves the right to remove job adverts before the closing date.

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