Healthcare Assistant - Theatre & Day Bed Unit (PCEU Windsor) - 30 hrs

Royal Berkshire Nhs Foundation Trust; Windsor; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a part-time Healthcare Assistant to join their team at the Prince Charles Eye Unit. The ideal candidate will assist with delivering high-standard perioperative care, and will have good communication skills and a caring nature. Previous experience is desirable but not essential, as a comprehensive induction will be provided. This role offers 30 hours per week, reflecting a commitment to providing compassionate care for patients.

Benefits

Fringe payment of 5% of gross basic salary

Qualifications

• Caring nature and good communication skills are essential.
• Willingness to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standard perioperative care to patients.
• Assist with admission and discharge to the unit.
• Prepare theatre and check equipment.

Skills

Good communication skills

Caring nature

Job description

Overview

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will work closely with the Registered Practitioners delivering high standard perioperative care to patients, assisting with admission and discharge to the unit, as well as preparing theatre, checking equipment and escorting patients to theatres.

Requirements / Qualifications

A caring nature, good communication skills and a willingness to learn and develop are essential. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual who has an interest in a career in ophthalmology day surgery. Previous experience is desirable but not essential as successful applicants will receive a comprehensive induction on commencing the post.

About the Trust

The CQC rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as Good. Our "CARE" values: Compassionate, Aspirational, Resourceful, Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

Details

Please note: This post is based at Prince Charles Eye Unit, King Edward VII Hospital, St Leonards Road, Windsor, SL4 3DP - and attracts a Fringe payment of 5% of gross basic salary. This is a part-time post for 30 hours per week. This is an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join our team at the Prince Charles Eye Unit Theatre & Day Bed Unit. We strive to provide high quality, compassionate care for our patients and their families with safety at the forefront of our practice.