Healthcare Assistant – Oncology & Medical

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Healthcare Assistant – Oncology & Medical

The Wellington Hospital – London

Non-clinical

Full time

0041122

Healthcare Assistant – Oncology & Medical

Location: The Wellington Hospital, St Johns Wood, London

Full Time: 37.5hrs – Monday – Sunday (flexibility required to work long days, nights and Weekends)

Permanent

Salary: Competitive + Shift Enhancement

We’re seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join our Cancer Nursing Team at The Wellington Hospital. The successful candidate will be joining a nursing team that provides ongoing care for Oncology & Medical patients within the inpatient setting. We are accredited for the Macmillan Quality Environment Mark Award and provide bespoke care to our patients from all walks of life.

As a Healthcare Assistant working in the Oncology ward, you’ll be working under the supervision of the clinical team, to assist with nursing, medical and clerical duties in the provision of direct and indirect patient care and associated general duties ensuring an efficient service at all times.

What you’ll bring:

• Minimum NVQ level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care
• Good Clinical Skills in Phlebotomy
• Previous Hospital experience NHS or Private
• Previous experience/understanding of working within Cancer care

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Healthcare Assistant on our Oncology Ward you’ll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Group Life Assurance from day one
• Critical illness cover
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Diversity and Inclusion

Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.