Healthcare Assistant - Outpatient Healthcare Assistant

Ramsay Health Care UK; Arnold; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent healthcare provider in Arnold is seeking a passionate Healthcare Assistant to join the Outpatient department. You will provide support to ensure high-quality clinical outcomes and contribute positively to patient journeys. Ideal candidates will have an NVQ in Health and Social Care and be motivated to work in dynamic environments. This role offers strong development opportunities, competitive benefits, and a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Attractive enhancement rates

25 days' annual leave

Private healthcare and life assurance

Employee discount programme

Access to Ramsay Academy for career development

Qualifications

• Experience working in a healthcare setting.
• Ability to contribute to a team and support patient care.
• Adapting to constantly changing environments.

Responsibilities

• Support outpatient/pre-assessment departments to deliver quality clinical outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to enhance patient journeys.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Good written and verbal communication skills

Proven customer services skills

Motivated individual

Flexible approach to duties

ECG skills

Venepuncture skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

We\'re looking for a passionate Healthcare Assistant to join our Outpatient department. Putting patients first, you\'ll be given time to care for each person as a unique individual.

Responsibilities

• Our Outpatient/Pre-assessment departments are busy and colleagues will rely on your support. You\'ll help deliver the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supported environment.
• Be valued for your skills and expertise and have opportunities to develop within Ramsay Health Care UK.
• Work in a team that supports patients and doctors, contributing to a positive patient journey.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care
• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Proven customer services skills
• Be a highly motivated individual
• Enjoy working in constantly and rapidly changing environments
• Great communication skills
• Flexible approach to duties and hours
• ECG and Venepuncture skills are ideal

About Ramsay Health Care UK

We\'re Ramsay Health Care UK. With 35 hospitals, 7,600 staff and 200,000 patients treated every year, we are one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. We deliver a wide and comprehensive range of specialised clinical services from routine to complex surgery, day case procedures, cancer care, diagnostic services and physiotherapy. We have three standalone decontamination units essential to supporting our clinical outcomes. 94% of our facilities are rated \'Good\' by the CQC. We are proud of our staff and our relationships with doctors and the NHS.

We are part of a global hospital group with over 60 years of experience, operating in 11 countries. The Ramsay Way culture recognises that our people are our most important asset. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and to supporting the wider Armed Forces community. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.

Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme
• Attractive enhancement rates
• 25 days\' annual leave plus eight Bank Holiday days
• Family friendly policies including enhanced parental leave
• Private healthcare and life assurance
• Free uniform and DBS check
• Free parking and a subsidised staff restaurant
• Access to our employee discount programme
• Access to 24/7 employee assistance line
• Long service, employee recognition and appreciation awards
• Access to the Ramsay Academy giving you genuine opportunities to grow, develop and specialise in your career