Healthcare AssistantNHS

Job summary

You'll support patients through a range of healthcare reviews and clinical procedures, helping them stay well and access the care they need. Based within a skilled and supportive nursing team, you will play an important role in delivering safe, compassionate care and improving patient experience. As a Health Care Assistant, you will work closely with registered healthcare professionals, patients and carers. You will help deliver routine clinical care, support health monitoring, and ensure patient information is recorded accurately. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference while developing your skills within a collaborative healthcare environment.

Main duties of the job

What you'll do:

• Carry out healthcare reviews and clinical procedures such as blood pressure checks, phlebotomy, ECGs and wound care
• Support patients and carers with advice, information and compassionate care
• Record patient information accurately on electronic systems and maintain clinical records
• Prepare clinical rooms and equipment, and help manage stock levels
• Work alongside healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care and support service improvement

What we're looking for:

• Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, or equivalent experience
• Experience working in a healthcare setting and managing your own workload
• Good basic IT skills and confidence using electronic records
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with patients and colleagues
• A caring, approachable attitude and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

We welcome applications from people with different backgrounds and experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with fairness, respect and dignity

Job description

Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to this job for more information.

About us

At CHCP, we're passionate about people, we recognise that high quality care is delivered by high quality professionals who are appreciated, respected, and supported, which is why we want to give all our colleagues the chance to shine.

Work with us and you'll be more than just a number. Our people are our shareholders, and their thoughts and opinions are always heard;at CHCP you have a real voice.

Compassion is at the heart of our business; our colleagues work together to deliver first class healthcareto thousands of people. Local diversity demands diverse roles, that's why we have vacancies to suit everybody. No matter your role at CHCP, we'll support you to thrive.

CHCP CIC employees have access to an excellent range of benefits; for further information, please click on the 'CHCP Perks and Rewards' link.