Healthcare Assistant - Gynaecology Outpatients

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals; Carshalton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is offering a part-time position for a Healthcare Assistant in the Gynaecology Outpatient Department. The role involves assisting medical staff during clinics, providing compassionate patient care, and ensuring a safe environment. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills and a motivating attitude. This role works Monday to Saturday with no night shifts, based mainly in St. Helier Hospital.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Hardworking and positive thinking.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses and doctors during outpatient clinics.
• Provide patient‑centred, compassionate care.
• Ensure a safe environment and maintain patient privacy.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Self‑motivated

Enthusiastic and flexible

Job description

A part‑time opportunity has arisen for a Healthcare Assistant to join the Gynaecology Outpatient Department in St. Helier Hospital. You will be working in the Women’s Health department supporting the team with various clinics such as Hysteroscopy, Colposcopy, and Urogynaecology.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses, healthcare assistants, nurse associates and doctors during outpatient clinics.
• Provide patient‑centred, compassionate care at all times; advocate for patients.
• Ensure a safe environment and maintain patient privacy and dignity.
• Support emergency coverage in other Gynaecology outpatient areas, including Leatherhead Hospital, when required.
• Work Monday to Saturday with no night shifts, supporting the team under its own initiative.

Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Enthusiastic, motivated, flexible, hardworking, and positive thinking.

Working Hours & Location

Job is Monday to Saturday (no night shifts). The role is based in St. Helier Hospital and may require coverage at Leatherhead Hospital.

About the Trust

The Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust provides a range of medical services to approximately 490,000 people living across southwest London and northeast Surrey. In addition, it offers more specialist services, in particular renal and neonatal intensive care, to a wider area covering parts of Sussex and Hampshire. The Trust employs approximately 5,000 staff across its hospitals and is supported by over 500 volunteers.