Healthcare Assistant - Pre Admission (Bank) - Circle Health Group

Circle Health Group; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Albyn Hospital, faisant partie de Circle Health Group, recherche un Healthcare Assistant pour soutenir le service de Pré-Admission sur une base de travail temporaire. Ce poste implique d'aider les patients dans leurs soins quotidiens tout en offrant un soutien émotionnel et pratique. Une expérience en soins de santé et une attitude compatissante sont essentielles.

Benefits

Tarif horaire compétitif

Environnement de travail solidaire

Qualifications

• Expérience précédente dans un rôle de soins ou de soutien à la santé.
• Compétences en communication et relations interpersonnelles.
• Capacité à suivre les instructions et à signaler des préoccupations.

Responsibilities

• Aider les patients avec l'hygiène personnelle et les tâches quotidiennes.
• Documenter les observations de routine comme la pression artérielle.
• Collaborer avec des professionnels de la santé pour assurer des soins sûrs.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Interpersonal skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

Healthcare Assistant - Pre Admission (Bank)

Location: Albyn Hospital, Aberdeen

Shifts: Bank shifts, up to 5 days per week

Salary: Up to £12.53 per hour (depending on experience, training, and qualifications)

Albyn Hospital, part of Circle Health Group, is a leading provider of independent healthcare in the UK, performing complex surgeries across a network of hospitals and clinics.

We are seeking a Healthcare Assistant to join our Pre Admission department on a bank basis. This role involves working on an "as and when required" basis to support staffing during busy periods, annual leave, or staff absences.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal hygiene, dressing, toileting, oral care, and mobility, respecting their dignity and preferences.
• Support patients with eating, drinking, and nutritional intake, documenting as necessary.
• Provide comfort and emotional support to patients and their families, ensuring a caring environment.
• Record routine observations such as blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature, oxygen saturation, and blood glucose levels (training provided).
• Support clinical procedures like wound care, catheter care, pressure area prevention, and mobility aids.
• Prepare and maintain clinical areas, equipment, and supplies.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and administrative staff to ensure safe and efficient patient care.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in a care or health support role (hospital, care home, community, or domiciliary).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a compassionate attitude.
• Ability to follow instructions and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Basic literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
• Physical ability to perform moving and handling duties.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) is desirable.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, infection control, and confidentiality procedures.
• Experience or willingness to train in phlebotomy, ECGs, and vital sign recording.

Benefits

Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate and a supportive work environment. Our culture is driven by our core philosophy, which emphasizes purpose, principles, and values. To learn more about our philosophy, visit: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy