Healthcare Assistant

Spire Healthcare Limited; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Spire Shawfair Park Hospital in Edinburgh is hiring a Healthcare Assistant for the Outpatients department on a 30-hour permanent contract. You will support the nursing team, assist with phlebotomy and specimen collection, and prepare patients for consultations and treatments, ensuring smooth clinic operation and patient comfort.

The role requires SVQ level 2/3 in Health and Social Care and previous HCA experience in a hospital setting; proficiency with MS Office and SAP is desirable, along with

Qualifications

• Experience as an HCA in hospital, surgical ward or clinic.
• Phlebotomy experience is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• System literacy required (MS Office, SAP desirable).

Responsibilities

• Support the nursing team in Outpatients.
• Undertake clinical observations (BP, pulse, ECG).
• Assist with phlebotomy and specimen collection.
• Prepare patients for consultations and treatments.
• Maintain accurate patient records and clinic administration.

Skills

HCA experience

Attention to detail

Phlebotomy experience

Education

SVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

Healthcare Assistant | Shawfair Park Hospital | Out-Patients| Permanent – 30 hours a week

Spire Shawfair Park has an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join our Outpatients department. This role would ideally someone who is very flexible to work ad hoc shift patterns.

Spire Shawfair Park Hospital is a modern, purpose-built private hospital located in south-east Edinburgh. As part of Spire Edinburgh Hospitals, it provides a comprehensive range of treatments, diagnostics, and specialist services, supported by experienced consultants and dedicated clinical teams. Since opening in 2010, the hospital has been delivering high-quality healthcare to patients across Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian and the Scottish Borders, offering excellent facilities, convenient access, and a strong focus on outstanding patient care.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Support the nursing team within the Outpatient Department
• Undertake clinical observations including blood pressure, pulse and ECGs
• Assist with phlebotomy and specimen collection
• Prepare patients for consultations and treatments
• Ensure clinics run efficiently and provide excellent patient care throughout the patient journey
• Maintain accurate patient records and support day-to-day department administration

Who we're looking for:

• SVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent is essential
• Must have previous experience working as an HCA in an hospital setting, surgical ward, or clinic experience
• Experience in phlebotomy
• System literacy is essential; MS Office and SAP is desirable
• Must be accurate and have a strong desire for attention to detail

Benefits:

We offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
• ‘Spire for you’ reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
• Free Bupa wellness screening
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance

More information on our range of benefits is included in the attached leaflet.

We're committed to people, both patients and staff. Join us, and you'll receive a warm welcome.

For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.