About this role
Job summary
Bank Healthcare Assistant Surgical Ward | Spire Bushey Hospital | Hertfordshire | Private Hospital | Flexible Working Contract | £13 per hour + Excellent benefits
Spire Parkway Hospital is currently recruiting for a Healthcare Assistant to join our friendly Ward Team to join the bank. We are looking for an experienced hospital HCA within the Surgical ward department for flexible shifts.
Spire Bushey Hospital forms part of a 4 site portfolio, and is supported by and works alongside Spire Bushey Diagnostic Centre, Elstree Cancer Centre and Spire Pathology Centre. Our theatre team cover a wide variety of specialties including Ortho, Bariatric, General, Gyane, ENT, Urology, Plastics, Ophthalmics, Spinal.
At Spire Healthcare, caring is our passion and our vision is to be recognised as a world class healthcare business. Were committed to looking after people, both patients and colleagues.
Main duties of the job
Duties and Responsibilities:
You will support registered nurses in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care on the Surgical Ward.
Assisting with personal care, monitoring and recording observations, ECGs, phlebotomy manual handling and general ward support in line with clinical standards and care plans. Assisting the team on the surgical ward in the provision of exemplary patient care Contributing to the support and monitoring of patients Supporting nurses and clinicians in preparing patients for their upcoming procedures Accurately documenting patient information and escalating any concerns Providing reassurance and clear information to patients Maintaining a clean, safe and comfortable environment at all times
About us Spire Bushey Hospital forms part of a 4 site portfolio, and is supported by and works alongside Spire Bushey Diagnostic Centre, Elstree Cancer Centre and Spire Pathology Centre. Our theatre team cover a wide variety of specialties including Ortho, Bariatric, General, Gyane, ENT, Urology, Plastics, Ophthalmics, Spinal.
Job description Job responsibilities
Who Were Looking For:
Were looking for someone with:
Experience working as a Healthcare Assistant or in a similar role within a hospital or clinical setting Private Hospital or NHS Hospital experience Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Experience in: ECGs, taking blood/blood pressures and patient observations Confidence in taking basic clinical observations and carrying out phlebotomy procedures Ability to work flexibly across shifts, including weekdays and weekends as required A compassionate, reliable, and professional approach to patient care NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or a willingness to work towards this qualification) is desirable
Benefits
Bank colleagues are paid weekly We offer competitive rates to our bank colleagues who work on a flexible basis, often to cover busy periods, sickness, or annual leave Access to Spire Healthcare pension Access to Blue Light Card discounts Free uniform Free DBS Full induction, including mandatory training updates Opportunities for further training and progression into permanent posts Knowledge, support and guidance through your recruitment journey from Spires specialist Resourcing Team
Our Values:
We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:
Driving clinical excellence Doing the right thing Caring is our passion. Keeping it simple Delivering on our promises Succeeding and celebrating togetherWe commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.
Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services.
Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, its their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.
Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications.
For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
* Experience working as a Healthcare Assistant or in a similar role within a hospital or clinical setting * Private Hospital or NHS Hospital experience * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Experience in: ECGs, taking blood/blood pressures and patient observations * Confidence in taking basic clinical observations and carrying out phlebotomy procedures * Ability to work flexibly across shifts, including weekdays and weekends as required * A compassionate, reliable, and professional approach to patient care * NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or a willingness to work towards this qualification) is desirable
Experience Essential
* Experience working as a Healthcare Assistant or in a similar role within a hospital or clinical setting * Private Hospital or NHS Hospital experience * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Experience in: ECGs, taking blood/blood pressures and patient observations * Confidence in taking basic clinical observations and carrying out phlebotomy procedures * Ability to work flexibly across shifts, including weekdays and weekends as required * A compassionate, reliable, and professional approach to patient care * NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or a willingness to work towards this qualification) is desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Spire Healthcare Ltd
Address Heathbourne Rd, Bushey WD23 1RD
Bushey
WD23 1RD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)