Bank Healthcare Assistant (HCA)

Job description

Job responsibilities

We have an exciting opportunity for a a Bank Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our Nursing Team at The London Clinic, based at our main site in London (W1G 6BW). We are offering a competitive inclusive hourly rate, ranging from £15.79 - £24.17/hour.

Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UKs largest private hospitals, with 8 state-of-the-art facilities located in the heart of Londons medical community around Harley Street. We have circa 1350 employees, and we are dedicated to providing our patients with expert, individualised treatment and care. We cover a comprehensive range of services, including complex medical and surgical procedures plus a range of cancer services. The London Clinic has a supportive and warm working culture where your contribution is valued, and you can help us deliver our three core values of We go further, We work as one and We personalise care.

Job Profile:

• To work under direct or indirect supervision of the nursing staff, providing assistance with patients overall care and safety.
• Support the team to deliver high quality patient centred care
• To abide by The London Clinic and unit philosophies
• To understand and follow the Clinic policies and procedures
• Acknowledge limitations and seek advice / support when necessary
• To work as part of the multidisciplinary team

Shift Pattern: Flexible Long days usually 07:45 20:15, nights 19:45 08:15

Job Location: 20 Devonshire Pl, London W1G 6BW

Salary: £15.79 - £24.17/hour.

Key Duties:

• To assist with the maintenance of patient safety at all times.
• Assist in delivering a high standard of holistic care to patients, recognising their individuality, and
• Promoting privacy and dignity.
• Assist with patient hygiene, elimination, mobility, physical comfort, eating, drinking, whilst observing and
• Reporting specific changes.
• Perform and report clinical observation of patients including respiration rate, temperature, pulse, blood
• Pressure, oxygen saturation and fluid balance.
• Observe and report changes in patients condition to named nurse/ nurse in charge.

Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience within a healthcare environment and dealing with the general public.
• NVQ in Care Level 2.

The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities that benefit our patients, staff and the wider community.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team.

The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• - Previous experience within a healthcare environment and dealing with the general public.
• - NVQ in Care Level 2.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

The London Clinic

Address

20 Devonshire Pl, London

London

W1G 6BW

Employer's website

https://www.thelondonclinic.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)