Healthcare Support Worker - Eye Unit

TN United Kingdom; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Healthcare Support Worker for the Eye Unit. This role involves assisting patients and supporting nursing staff in a dynamic environment. The position offers a fixed-term contract with flexible working hours, ensuring a balance between professional development and patient care. Join a dedicated team at a hospital rated Outstanding, where your contributions will make a significant impact on patient experiences. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to support a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Defined contribution pension

Membership to Benenden Health

Life Assurance

Free parking

Subsidized eye tests

Free flu vaccinations

Complimentary tea and coffee

Subsidized on-site restaurant

Qualifications

• GCSE level education or equivalent required.
• Relevant qualifications in Health & Social Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in the Eye Unit and support nursing colleagues.
• Perform delegated clinical tasks and update patient information.

Skills

GCSE level education

NVQ Level III in Health & Social Care

Basic Life Support training

Multitasking under pressure

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Patient-centered attitude

Team-working skills

Education

GCSE or equivalent

NVQ Level III in Health & Social Care

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Healthcare Support Worker - Eye Unit, Benenden

Job Details

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• Posted: 05.05.2025
• Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description

We are recruiting a Healthcare Support Worker on a fixed-term contract from August 2024 to August 2026. You will assist patients and support nursing colleagues in the Eye Unit, working a varied shift pattern over 22.5 hours per week.

You will work with an experienced team, undertaking routine procedures under supervision. This is a two-year fixed-term contract.

About us

Benenden Hospital prioritizes patient care, attracting compassionate and talented staff. The hospital is rated Outstanding by the CQC, holds JAG accreditation for Endoscopy, and ACSA accreditation for anaesthetics. We offer excellent working conditions, promote flexible working, and support professional development.

About the role

• Perform delegated clinical tasks in the Eye Unit, including pre-assessment, admission, and discharge.
• Assist in the ophthalmic procedure room, set up equipment, and help transfer and position patients.
• Update patient information accurately on IT systems.
• Maintain patient care areas and stock levels.
• Follow standard operating procedures.
• Assist in ophthalmic outpatient procedures and use ophthalmic equipment proficiently.
• Support safe patient admission and discharge with nurses.

Skills and Experience

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent.
• Relevant qualification such as NVQ Level III in Health & Social Care, or willingness to undertake.
• Basic Life Support training.
• Ability to multitask under pressure.
• Methodical approach and attention to detail.
• Effective communication with tact and diplomacy.
• Patient-centered attitude.
• Strong team-working skills.

Benefits

• Defined contribution pension (up to 10% employer contribution).
• Membership to Benenden Health with various benefits.
• Life Assurance.
• Free parking.
• Subsidized eye tests.
• Free flu vaccinations.
• Complimentary tea and coffee.
• Subsidized on-site restaurant.

"I love working at Benenden Hospital, it’s a beautiful location in the countryside," "the organization is supportive," "the team is amazing," "Benenden is like a family," "the atmosphere is brilliant."

More than 400 staff work here, and the hospital has a long history of caring since 1907.