Senior Healthcare Assistant in united kingdom
Job Description: Senior Healthcare Assistant – Theatre
Location: The Sloane Hospital, Kent
Contract: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week (flexible shift pattern)
Salary: Up to £25,500 per year
The Sloane Hospital in Kent is part of Circle Health Group, Britain’s leading independent healthcare provider. With a nationwide network of hospitals and clinics, Circle Health Group performs more complex surgeries than any other private healthcare provider in the country.
Senior Healthcare Assistant in united kingdom are proud to be recognized as one of the UK’s top five best big companies to work for, as well as a top-five employer in the health and social care sector. We are now seeking a Senior Healthcare Assistant to join our Theatre department team.
This role provides an excellent opportunity for an experienced and dedicated professional to work in a supportive environment that values high-quality patient care, professional growth, and employee wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Healthcare Assistant in the Theatre department, you will play an integral role in the multi-disciplinary team, delivering exceptional care to patients and supporting colleagues.
Your primary duties are given below:
- Patient Care:
- Deliver high standards of patient-centred care in accordance with Circle Health Group policies and procedures.
- Work collaboratively with the nursing and multi-disciplinary team to meet the needs of patients, consultants, and colleagues.
- Support Registered Practitioners in delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care.
- Professional Conduct:
- Maintain professional standards within the HCA framework and align with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Codes of Professional Conduct and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Demonstrate competence in the role of Healthcare Assistant across your designated working areas.
- Operational Support:
- Perform duties such as phlebotomy and ECG recordings, contributing to the overall efficiency of the Theatre department.
- Support pre-assessment processes and ensure a seamless patient experience.
- Assist in the preparation and maintenance of theatre environments, ensuring adherence to safety and hygiene protocols.
- Customer Service:
- Interact professionally and compassionately with patients, addressing concerns and providing reassurance during challenging situations.
- Contribute to enhancing customer satisfaction and service user experience.
Candidate Requirements
To succeed in this role, you should meet the following criteria:
- Qualifications:
- Care Certificate or equivalent.
- GCSEs in Maths and English at grades A to C (or equivalent functional skills Level 2 evidence).
- Willingness to work towards NVQ Level 3 (Healthcare-specific) or equivalent qualification.
- Skills and Experience:
- Proficient in phlebotomy and ECG recordings.
- Experience in a pre-assessment environment is an advantage.
- Prior experience as a Healthcare Assistant, preferably in a Theatre setting, is essential.
- Strong proficiency in using PCs and relevant software/systems.
- Proven experience in customer care, particularly in managing challenging situations.
- Personal Attributes:
- A high level of professionalism, compassion, and dedication to patient care.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- The ability to manage tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Salary and Benefits
Circle Health Group is committed to offering competitive starting salaries and an extensive range of employee benefits. These include:
- Holidays: 25 days per year, plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service.
- Pension: Private Pension Scheme.
- Healthcare: Private Healthcare Scheme, including coverage for pre-existing medical conditions, for treatment at our hospitals.
- Discounts: Friends and Family Hospital Discounts.
- Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption pay.
- Life Insurance: Non-contributory life insurance.
- Wellbeing Support: Access to tools, resources, and services to support your physical and mental health.
- Recognition and Rewards: Employee recognition programs and access to discounts through a staff engagement hub.
- Training and Development: Industry-leading training opportunities to support your career growth.
Why Work With Us?
At Circle Health Group, we are passionate about creating an environment where our employees can thrive both professionally and personally. Our values—selflessness, compassion, commitment, collaboration, bravery, agility, tenacity, and creativity—are at the core of our purpose and culture.
Senior Healthcare Assistant in united kingdom believe in investing in our people, offering competitive benefits, career development opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture. Join us and become part of a team that is making a meaningful impact in healthcare.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Healthcare Assistant looking to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply to this post.
We look forward to welcoming a compassionate and skilled professional to our Theatre department team!