Healthcare Assistant – Cardiology (Bank)

Circle Health Group; Swindon; On-site; GBP 14,445 - 20,573; Part time

Job summary

Circle Health Group is seeking a Bank Healthcare Assistant at The Ridgeway Hospital in Swindon. In this role, you will provide essential support during busy periods and for staff absences. Your duties will include assisting patients with personal care, completing ECGs, and working with clinical teams to ensure safe patient environments.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a care role, strong communication skills, and may possess an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care. This role offers a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care or health support role.
• Physically able to undertake moving and handling tasks.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and infection control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Completing ECGs and chaperoning Echo scans.
• Assist patients with personal hygiene and mobility needs.
• Help patients with eating, drinking, and nutritional support.
• Provide comfort and emotional support to patients.
• Carry out and record routine observations like blood pressure.
• Support basic clinical procedures and prepare clinical areas.

Skills

Good communication

Compassionate attitude

Basic literacy

Basic numeracy

IT skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Healthcare Assistant – Cardiology (Bank)

Healthcare Assistant (Bank)
The Ridgeway Hospital
Bank Shifts
Salary: Up to £12.71 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

The Ridgeway Hospital in Swindon is part of Circle Health Group , Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join their team of staff in the Imagingdepartment.

This is a bank role working on an “as and when required” basis, you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence.

Duties of this role include:

• C ompleting ECG’s and chaperoning for Echo scans.
• Assist patients with personal hygiene, washing, dressing, toileting, oral care, and mobility needs, respecting their preferences and dignity.
• Help patients with eating, drinking, and nutritional support, including documenting intake where appropriate.
• Provide comfort and emotional support to patients and relatives, creating a caring and safe environment.
• Carry out and accurately record routine observations such as blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature, oxygen saturation, and blood glucose levels (after appropriate training).
• Support basic clinical procedures, including wound care setup, assisting with catheter care, pressure area prevention, and mobility aids.
• Prepare and maintain clinical areas, including trolleys, beds, and equipment in readiness for patient use.
• Work collaboratively with nurses, doctors, therapists, and admin teams to support safe and efficient patient care

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Previous experience in a care or health support role (hospital, care home, community, or domiciliary).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with a caring, compassionate attitude.
• Ability to follow instructions and elevate concerns appropriately.
• Basic literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
• Physically able to undertake duties including moving and handling tasks.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification) desirable.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, infection control, and confidentiality procedures.

Salary & Benefits:

Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate.