Practitioner

Key Health; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable healthcare provider in Hitchin is seeking an Assistant Practitioner to support registered professionals in delivering high-quality care. The role involves working within a multidisciplinary team to assist individuals in achieving their recovery goals while ensuring dignity and independence. Candidates should have a Level 5 Foundation Degree in Assistant Practitioner (Healthcare) and strong communication skills. Benefits include competitive hourly pay, 33 days of annual leave, and excellent training opportunities.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Excellent training and development opportunities

Company pension

Employee assistance programme

Long service awards

Eye care vouchers

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare, particularly in neuro or palliative care is desirable.
• Able to support people in distress.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery and evaluation of personalised care plans.
• Work collaboratively with nurses and therapists.
• Promote patient choice and participation.
• Maintain high clinical standards.
• Contribute to a positive working environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of clinical governance

Compassion

Education

Level 5 Foundation Degree in Assistant Practitioner (Healthcare)

Job description

As an Assistant Practitioner, you'll support registered professionals in assessing, planning, and delivering high-quality care for service users. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you'll help individuals achieve their personal recovery goals while maintaining dignity, independence, and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery and evaluation of personalised care plans.
• Work collaboratively with nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Promote patient choice and participation in care decisions.
• Maintain high clinical standards and follow relevant policies and procedures.
• Contribute to a positive, safe, and supportive working environment.

Qualifications

• Level 5 Foundation Degree in Assistant Practitioner (Healthcare).
• Experience in healthcare (neuro or palliative care desirable).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of clinical governance and patient safety.
• Compassionate and able to support people in distress.

Salary & Benefits

• £14.30 - £15.32 per hour (DOE).
• 33 days annual leave.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Company pension and employee assistance programme.
• Long service awards, eye care vouchers, and free parking.