Healthcare Assistant

Independent Health Group; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Bath is seeking a Health Care Assistant to support the Theatre Team and assist patients during their perioperative phase. This role involves providing high-quality, individualised patient care, communicating effectively with patients and their families during vulnerable times. The ideal candidate will assist in outpatient clinics and work within a supportive environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The position offers flexibility and the opportunity to develop skills in innovative healthcare delivery.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Ability to provide individualised patient care under supervision.
• Effective communication with patients and relatives during vulnerable situations.
• Experience in assisting in outpatient clinics.

Responsibilities

• Support the Theatre Team by carrying out circulating duties.
• Assist patients during the perioperative phase.
• Help in outpatient clinics.

Job description

The Heath Care Assistant (HCA) role is to provide support to the Theatre Team by undertaking circulating duties in the operating theatre and supporting the patient during the perioperative phase, while delivering a high standard of individualised patient care under the supervision of the registered team members. You will communicate effectively, in an empathic way, with patients and their relatives/carers at a particularly vulnerable part of the care episode. The HCA will also assist in outpatient clinics.

Established in 2004,Independent Health Group (IHG) has been dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centred care close to home. With a strong commitment to delivering outstanding healthcare in the community, we've spent the past 20 years building a reputation for excellence, innovation, and compassionate service. In 2022, our dedication to patient care was recognised with an Outstanding CQC rating, a testament to our quality and commitment.

At IHG, we offer an alternative to traditional hospital settings, ensuring our patients receive personalised care with continuity and convenience. Our services are based on short waiting times, specific appointment slots, and one-to-one clinician continuity, creating a seamless and supportive experience for every patient.

Our teams work in a supportive, flexible environment, where patient contact remains at the heart of everything we do. We operate Monday to Friday, with no evening or bank holiday shifts, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. We strive to accommodate flexible working arrangements that support our staffs professional and personal needs.

At IHG, we are committed to innovation in healthcare delivery, providing an opportunity for professionals to develop their skills, contribute to the growth of an exceptional organisation, and make a real impact on patient care. If you're passionate about delivering outstanding healthcare in a setting that values both patients and staff, we'd love to welcome you to our team.