Healthcare Assistant - Medicine | The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health service provider in Shrewsbury is seeking passionate individuals for various roles in the Medicine Division. Responsibilities include monitoring patient health, assisting with hygiene, and supporting patient mobility. The ideal candidate will embrace a flexible work pattern and engage in a supportive and developmental environment. This position promotes a strong commitment to caring for the community and enhancing patient experiences.

Benefits

Flexible work patterns

Career progression opportunities

Generous annual leave

Qualifications

• Passionate and committed to patient care.
• Ability to work flexibly in various roles across the trust.
• Skills in monitoring patients and performing basic health checks.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients and perform basic health checks.
• Support patients with their hygiene needs.
• Assist in mobilizing patients to the toilet or using commodes.

Job description

Overview

We are looking to recruit passionate and committed individuals to our Medicine Division at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. We have permanent full and part time positions available.

We are currently recruiting for the following areas:

• Ward 25 Medicine - Shrewsbury
• Ward 36 Medicine - Telford
• Frailty Unit - Telford

We will offer a comprehensive induction programme that will fully prepare you for the role and you will be working in a stimulating and supportive working environment with opportunities for learning and development.

• To work on and a flexible basis to support ward/department teams throughout the Trust delivering care.
• Monitoring patients and performing basic health check
• Serving meals and helping to feed patients
• Provide support to patients to maintain their hygiene needs. This may include actions such as:
  • Bathing/washing
  • Care of mouth, hair, nails and eyes
• Provide support to maintain their elimination needs. This may include actions such as:
  • Encouraging continence
  • Emptying urinary catheter bags
  • Mobilising to toilet or use of commode or bedpan
  • Maintaining hygiene needs after episodes of incontinence

As the largest employer within Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, joining the NHS is much more than just another job.

Benefits

• Flexible work patterns with the option to add extra hours
• Career progression, including annual personal development reviews
• Apprenticeship opportunities
• Competitive and transparent pay structure
• Blue Light discounts
• Generous annual leave and maternity/paternity leave

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

For further information about this job role please see full job description and person specification.

This advert closes on Wednesday 1 Oct 2025