Healthcare Assistant

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Role overview

Healthcare Assistant - Join Our Renal Care Team!

Are you passionate about enhancing the quality of life for renal dialysis patients? Join our team and make a meaningful impact on our patients' lives!

As a Healthcare Assistant at our Colchester clinic, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care following Diaverum procedures, ultimately improving our patients' quality of life. We're committed to your professional growth and will provide comprehensive training, including on-the-job training, e-learning, and access to our in-house education program, 'd Academy.'

Your Responsibilities:

Working under the supervision of a registered nurse, your duties will include, but are not limited to:

Maintaining clean equipment following proper training.

Preparing supplies and packs for treatment.

Conducting health checks with patients before and after dialysis.

Escorting patients to clinical and waiting areas.

Serving refreshments during treatments.

Our Requirements:

Must be educated to GCSE level or equivalent.

Minimum NVQ level 2 in Health; Social Care or equivalent (preferably working towards level 3).

Ideally, previous experience in a hospital and healthcare setting.

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

A positive and dynamic approach to delivering safe and effective care.

Excellent communication skills (oral + written) with fluency in English.

What We Offer:

Full-time position, 37.5 hours per week.

Monday to Saturday (please note there are no nights or Sunday working).

Competitive Salary of up to £23,532 depending on experience

Overtime paid at time and a half after completing full-time hours (150 hours every 4 weeks).

Paid breaks.

Opportunities for internal development and career progression, including relevant study.

35 Days Holiday (inclusive of 8 days bank holiday) increasing with service.

Enjoy holidays on Christmas and New Year's Day.

Free Uniform (*3), Tea & Coffee, Flu Vaccine, and Christmas Meal.

Life Assurance, Peppy, WeCare, Company Pension.

Referral scheme paying up to £500.

Why Choose Diaverum?

We're committed to nurturing your career and providing top-tier training. Our comprehensive professional training program, including on-the-job training and access to our in-house education program 'd Academy,' sets you up for success and growth throughout your career at Diaverum.

Patient-Centred Care

Our exceptional nurse-to-patient ratio ensures you have ample time to provide holistic care to your patients. Our clinic offers you the flexibility and work-life balance you've been searching for.

COME GROW WITH US!

Please note that for this role, you must be able to work clinically in a renal setting. We encourage you to apply today, as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early due to a high volume of applications. Join our team and embark on a rewarding career in renal care. Be part of a healthcare community dedicated to delivering exceptional patient-centred care.

You must be able to work clinically in a renal setting. All positions at Diaverum are subject to a satisfactory DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check as part of our recruitment process.

Diaverum - Where Caring Meets Excellence in Renal Care.

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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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Diaverum

Address

Colchester

C04 5JR

Employer's website

https://global.diaverum.com/ (Opens in a new tab)