Healthcare Assistant

HealthHarmonie; Reading; On-site; GBP 28,000; Part time

Job description

Please note that we do not offer sponsorships at this time.

Your day in the life of a Healthcare Assistant

As a Healthcare Assistant at HealthHarmonie, you will be responsible for collecting stock and equipment for the clinic, setting up examination rooms for clinicians, and acting as a chaperone during patient consultations and procedures. Additionally, you will take on administrative duties, ensuring all reports are completed with outcomes and providing support related to administrative tasks. Your support will ensure the smooth functioning of the clinic and contribute to providing a compassionate and efficient healthcare experience for our patients.

Please note our service operates seven days a week and you will be required to work 3 out of 7 days. Shift patterns generally fall between 8:30 - 17:30.

This role is primarily based in Reading and you will be travelling between Townlands Memorial Hospital and Royal Berkshire Hospital.

Requirements:

• Prior experience working as a Healthcare Assistant
• NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care would be desirable
• IT literate with proficiency in using computer systems and software
• A strong passion for delivering high-quality care and a sense of pride in your work is essential

You will be enrolled on our 2-week comprehensive training course from day 1 of your employment, which will equip you with all the skills and knowledge you require to fulfil your duties as a Healthcare Assistant.

The position is subject to a successful disclosure at the appropriate level from Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and the provision of your right to work documentation.

What we offer:

• Part time, permanent contract
• Working pattern: Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday
• 30 Hours per week
• Salary of £27,601 (pro-rata)
• Eligible for quarterly bonus
• Mileage paid at 45p per mile
• Ongoing Support and Training
• Excellent Career Progressions
• 25 days Annual Leave (pro-rata)
• Pension Scheme
• NHS Employee Discounts

Who we are:

HealthHarmonie is a fast paced, growing organisation that operates from various locations across England. Headquartered in Birmingham, we were established in 2003 and have been growing ever since, in the ever-changing healthcare industry, developing our presence across the UK.

We work in partnership with a number of NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups nationwide to provide patients with access to community services closer to their home, these include Diagnostic Ultrasound, Gynaecology Services, diagnosis and treatment of Dermatological conditions, ENT, Ophthalmology services and the provision of extended Minor surgery procedures.