We are looking for a Healthcare Assistant to work in our brand new 15-bed medical ward, which incorporates the Bupa accredited state-of-the-art stroke rehabilitation service.
The successful applicant will have been working in a similar environment and will be up to date in current practices. Experience will extend to working within a busy ward and professional, multi-disciplinary teams. Ideally, you will have worked in a ward specialising in stroke rehabilitation. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to join a thriving busy team and wants to work with excellent staff to patient ratio.
St John & St Elizabeth Hospital is a leading private hospital in London, offering a comprehensive range of specialist medical treatments, clinics and diagnostic services from a team of world-class consultants, supported by a dedicated team of clinical and non-clinical staff.
We are known for our exceptional standards of care, excellent nursing standards, and cutting-edge medical treatments.
We have 170 years of history and are looking for people to join us for the next chapter. We are very unique as the only truly charitable private hospital in London and as a charity, every private patient treated helps support our on-site community hospice
Am I the right person for this Healthcare Assistant role?
- NVQ Level 2 in Health Care
- Experience within a care setting
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Able to work without direct supervision within the bounds of the Health Care Assistant role
What are the Responsibilities of this Healthcare Assistant role?
- Undertake delegated responsibilities from registered nurses, and maintain a safe standard of practice
- Work accurately and with a high volume of work during peak times
- Establish a rapport with the patient and an awareness of the individual’s needs, ensuring these are communicated to the registered nurse
- Ensure any intake records are completed in a timely and accurate manner, and report any changes/difficulties to the registered nurse responsible for the patient
- Build excellent relationships with our Consultants
Why apply for this role?
At our organisation we are passionate about providing our employees with a supportive and engaging environment. As well as ongoing development and training, we offer our employees a wide range of benefits;
When you become part of the HJE Family, these are some of the benefits you will receive:
- Private healthcare scheme worth up to £20,000 per year
- 27 days annual leave
- Blue Light Card discounts
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free eye check-up vouchers with contribution towards lenses
- Free newspaper and media subscriptions
- Local Business discounts
- Discount in our Hospice Charity shop
- Refer a Friend scheme
- Free Cinema Society Membership offering discounted tickets
- Personal development and training courses
- Annual events and recognition awards
- Career progression and increments
- Free access to staff gym
If you are ready for a new challenge and relish the chance to become part of a successful, forward thinking organisation then we would love to hear from you.