Healthcare Assistant (HCA) - Luton Urgent Treatment Centre
The closing date is 08 June 2025
Job summary
HUC provides the NHS111 and Out of Hours GP service to over 4.5 million patients across Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, West Essex and the South West of England. HUC is an exciting and supportive place to work.
This role involves assisting with the delivery of patient care including ECG recording and to provide support to health care professionals within a multi-disciplinary team, under the supervision of the clinician and within the group parameters of practice.
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Candidates must be able to prove by way of certificates their skills in the main duties of the job below.
No agencies please.
Main duties of the job
The role involves a range of key responsibilities, including ECG recording, chaperoning, and managing vaccine storage and monitoring. It also includes re-stocking medical equipment, maintaining consulting rooms, and ensuring environments and equipment are prepared for patient care. The position supports health and wellbeing initiatives by helping to raise awareness and collect relevant data, while also ensuring stock is maintained and restocked as needed. Additionally, the role involves regularly checking patient observations in the Urgent Treatment Centre and ensuring life-saving equipment is properly stocked.
Furthermore, the role includes welcoming and directing visitors, supporting clinical staff with tasks like vital signs and tests, and overseeing medical equipment checks and maintenance. You will assist in meeting local and national targets, reducing emergency department visits, and maintaining infection control audits. The position also involves ensuring Health & Safety compliance, serving as Fire Co-Ordinator, and keeping the department organized, while working with the administrative team to support smooth service delivery and implement new systems.
About us
In return for your dedication and commitment to our values, we offer:
Exclusive Discounts: Unlock amazing savings on shopping, travel, and entertainment through our Discount Hub, Blue Light Card, Tickets for Good, and more. From everyday essentials to special experiences, we've got your wallet covered!
NHS Pension Scheme: Secure your future with the NHS Pension, offering peace of mind and valuable long-term financial benefits for all our staff.
Wellbeing Support: Your health matters! Enjoy access to counselling services, personalised health plans, calming meditation guides, energising fitness routines, and delicious recipes to keep you thriving every day.
Recognition and Rewards: Your hard work won't go unnoticed! Celebrate your achievements with peer shout-outs, special awards, and exclusive event vouchers that show how much we appreciate you.
Financial Perks: Take the stress out of money matters with free financial advice, a healthcare cash plan to cover everyday expenses, and smart savings options through our Credit Union.
Career Growth: Build the future you deserve with our My Academy training programs, exciting internal vacancies, and regular updates to keep you in the loop with HUC news and opportunities.
Office Comforts:Stay refreshed with unlimited tea and coffee, enjoy the ease of free parking, and recharge in our dedicated relaxation areas. Plus, join in on engaging team events that make every workday more enjoyable!
Details
Date posted
23 May 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£14,285.70 a year for 0.6 FTE
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
4265-7219533-LUTC05
Job locations
Luton Urgent Treatment Centre
14-16 Chapel Street
Luton
LU1 2SE
Employer details
Employer name
HUC
Address
Luton Urgent Treatment Centre
14-16 Chapel Street
Luton
LU1 2SE
Employer's website
https://hucweb.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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