Healthcare Assistant - Pre Assessment

Circle Health Group Limited – Monthly; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Private Pension

Private Healthcare

Staff discounts

Family friendly policies

Life insurance

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Circle Health Group’s St Edmunds Hospital is seeking a Healthcare Assistant for the Pre Assessment department. This 30-hour/week part-time, permanent role involves assisting patients with hygiene, nutrition and observations, with flexible shifts and a supportive team.

The ideal candidate has prior care experience, strong communication, and the ability to follow instructions. Benefits include pension, private healthcare, holidays and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience in care or health support (hospital, care home, community).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with a caring attitude.
• Ability to follow instructions and elevate concerns appropriately.
• Basic literacy, numeracy and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with hygiene, mobility, dressing and personal care.
• Support patients with eating and nutrition; document intake as required.
• Record routine observations (BP, pulse, temp, respiration, SpO2, glucose) after training.
• Report concerns promptly to nurse or clinician; document care and observations.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and follow GDPR/data protection policies.
• Follow infection control procedures, hand hygiene and PPE guidelines.

Skills

Care experience

Communication

Follow instructions

Literacy & numeracy

IT skills

Physical fitness

Job description

Healthcare Assistant - Pre Assessment St Edmunds Hospital 30 Hours & Permanent Salary: Up to £25,300.00 FTE per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

St Edmunds Hospital in Bury St Edmunds 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 an Healthcare Assistant to join their team of staff in the Pre Assessment department. This is a part time role for 30 hours a week. The role holder will be required to cover a flexible shift pattern.

Duties of this role include:

• 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.
• Carry out and accurately record routine observations such as blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature, oxygen saturation, and blood glucose levels (after appropriate training).
• Report any concerns about a patient's condition or wellbeing promptly to the Registered Nurse or relevant clinician.
• Record care provided and patient observations clearly and accurately on appropriate documentation systems or electronic health records.
• Ensure patient confidentiality and adhere to GDPR and data protection policies.
• Follow all infection prevention and control procedures, including hand hygiene, PPE use, and environmental cleaning standards.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Previous experience in a care or health supporting 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.

Salary & Benefits

25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service Private Pension Scheme Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions Friends & Family Hospital Discounts Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay Non-contributory life insurance Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing Employee recognition programmes Industry leading training and development opportunities …and much more!

Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all our colleagues. Our definition of diversity goes beyond the established characteristics protected by the Equality Act, as we strive to attract candidates with diverse experiences, backgrounds, identities or expressions, skills, work styles…and more.

We’re passionate about creating an environment where our people can thrive, grow and develop professionally and personally.

Our principles and values guide our colleagues to be selfless, compassionate, committed, collaborative, brave, agile, tenacious and creative and are at the core of our purpose and culture.

To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy

At Circle Health Group, we believe healthcare should be personal, accessible and outstanding.

As the UK’s largest private hospital group, with over 50 locations nationwide, Circle Health Group bring world-class consultants, cutting edge facilities, and care without the wait.

Your health, your choice – we make it happen.

We’re also passionate about out people. With private medical cover, flexible working hours, wellbeing support and career development opportunities, being just a few of the fantastic benefits on offer, we give our teams everything they need to thrive.

Together, we’re shaping the future of healthcare