Health Care Assistant

Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

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Job summary

The Role: The Health Care Assistant will be an integral part of a team who are committed to delivering the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supported environment, where you will be valued for your skills and expertise.

Main duties of the job

The Role: The Health Care Assistant will be an integral part of a team who are committed to delivering the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supported environment, where you will be valued for your skills and expertise. What you will bring with you: NVQ level 2 or higher in Health & Social Care Must be able to work both early, late and Saturday shifts Excellent customer skills Attention to detail Competent computer skills Proven ability to work in a team or independently as required A warm, considerate and empathetic character The ability to make decisions and use your initiative Strong communication skill A flexible and positive attitude

About us

Ramsay Health Care was established in 1964 and has grown to become a global hospital group operating over 100 hospitals and day surgery facilities across Australia, the United Kingdom, Indonesia and France. Ramsay Health Care is well-respected in the health care industry for operating quality private hospitals and for its excellent record in hospital management and patient care. These features help to attract leading health care practitioners to work in our facilities. Ramsay Health Care UK is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England, with a network of 33 acute hospitals. These provide a wide and comprehensive range of specialised and efficient clinical specialties from orthopaedics and general surgery, to cardiac surgery and Eye Surgery. Recognised by all major medical insurers, Ramsay offers fast, convenient, effective and high quality treatment for all patients, whether medically insured, self-pay, or from the increasing number referred by the NHS. Ramsay Health Care has launched a unique service for private patients, Premium Care. This is available to all patients using private medical insurance or funding their own treatment and aims to set the standard for private healthcare. It offers the highest standards of clinical care combined with superior hotel services and the flexibility of a personal service tailored to your needs.

Date posted

30 August 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£21,000 to £22,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

JR6340

Job locations

CO4 5XR

Colchester

CO4 5XR


Job description

Job responsibilities

Health Care Assistant | Oaks Hospital, Colchester | 37.5 hours per week, Full-time Summary: Oaks Hospital is part of Ramsay Health Care UK, one of the leading providers of NHS and private patient services in England. Oaks Hospital is one of Essex's leading private hospitals with an excellent reputation for delivering high quality private hospital treatments and services. Located on the outskirts of Colchester, the hospital opened on this site in 1994 and currently has 57 bedrooms including three twin-bedded rooms all with en-suite facilities to ensure complete privacy throughout your stay. The Role: The Health Care Assistant will be an integral part of a team who are committed to delivering the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supported environment, where you will be valued for your skills and expertise. What you will bring with you:

  • NVQ level 2 or higher in Health & Social Care
  • Must be able to work both early, late and Saturday shifts
  • Excellent customer skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Competent computer skills
  • Proven ability to work in a team or independently as required
  • A warm, considerate and empathetic character
  • The ability to make decisions and use your initiative
  • Strong communication skill
  • A flexible and positive attitude
    • Benefits:
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Attractive enhancement rates between 30% - 100% for evenings, weekends and bank
  • 25 days' annual leave plus 8 day's Bank Holiday
  • Private Healthcare and Life Assurance
  • Free onsite parking and a subsidised staff restaurant
  • Access to our employee Ramsay Discount Programme and Blue Light Card
  • Wellbeing centre and access to 24/7 employee assistance line
  • Access to the Ramsay Academy - We invest in our people by creating real development opportunities and career pathways supported by structured learning curriculums
    • About Us: Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years' experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS. We love people with a positive, "can do" attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success. We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. "The Ramsay Way" culture recognises that people - staff and doctors - are Ramsay Health Care's most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. We are proud of our 'Speak Up for Safety' programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more 'Time to Care'. Please apply directly via www.ramsayhealth.co.uk/careers We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying. Please be advised that we reserve the right to close our advertisements prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Health Care Assistant | Oaks Hospital, Colchester | 37.5 hours per week, Full-time Summary: Oaks Hospital is part of Ramsay Health Care UK, one of the leading providers of NHS and private patient services in England. Oaks Hospital is one of Essex's leading private hospitals with an excellent reputation for delivering high quality private hospital treatments and services. Located on the outskirts of Colchester, the hospital opened on this site in 1994 and currently has 57 bedrooms including three twin-bedded rooms all with en-suite facilities to ensure complete privacy throughout your stay. The Role: The Health Care Assistant will be an integral part of a team who are committed to delivering the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supported environment, where you will be valued for your skills and expertise. What you will bring with you:

  • NVQ level 2 or higher in Health & Social Care
  • Must be able to work both early, late and Saturday shifts
  • Excellent customer skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Competent computer skills
  • Proven ability to work in a team or independently as required
  • A warm, considerate and empathetic character
  • The ability to make decisions and use your initiative
  • Strong communication skill
  • A flexible and positive attitude
    • Benefits:
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Attractive enhancement rates between 30% - 100% for evenings, weekends and bank
  • 25 days' annual leave plus 8 day's Bank Holiday
  • Private Healthcare and Life Assurance
  • Free onsite parking and a subsidised staff restaurant
  • Access to our employee Ramsay Discount Programme and Blue Light Card
  • Wellbeing centre and access to 24/7 employee assistance line
  • Access to the Ramsay Academy - We invest in our people by creating real development opportunities and career pathways supported by structured learning curriculums
    • About Us: Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years' experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS. We love people with a positive, "can do" attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success. We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. "The Ramsay Way" culture recognises that people - staff and doctors - are Ramsay Health Care's most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. We are proud of our 'Speak Up for Safety' programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more 'Time to Care'. Please apply directly via www.ramsayhealth.co.uk/careers We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying. Please be advised that we reserve the right to close our advertisements prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Desirable

    • NVQ Health & Social Care

    Experience

    Desirable

    • 2 years +
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Desirable

    • NVQ Health & Social Care

    Experience

    Desirable

    • 2 years +

    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

    Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

    Address

    CO4 5XR

    Colchester

    CO4 5XR


    Employer's website

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

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

    Address

    CO4 5XR

    Colchester

    CO4 5XR


    Employer's website

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

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Recruiter

    Maddi Ward

    maddi.ward@ramsayhealth.co.uk

    Date posted

    30 August 2023

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    £21,000 to £22,000 a year

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    JR6340

    Job locations

    CO4 5XR

    Colchester

    CO4 5XR


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