Job summary
We are looking for caring, dedicated and motivated Health Care Assistants to join the Ward team at Woodland Hospital, Kettering. You will be assisting in the delivery of care to a variety of specialities including orthopaedics, urology, general surgery, bariatrics and gynaecology to name a few.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for caring, dedicated and motivated Health Care Assistants to join the Ward team at Woodland Hospital, Kettering. You will be assisting in the delivery of care to a variety of specialities including orthopaedics, urology, general surgery, bariatrics and gynaecology to name a few.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Health Care Assistant
We are looking for caring, dedicated and motivated Health Care Assistants to join the Ward team at Woodland Hospital, Kettering. You will be assisting in the delivery of care to a variety of specialities including orthopaedics, urology, general surgery, bariatrics and gynaecology to name a few.
You will need to have a flexible approach to your working hours to enable us to deliver high quality round-the-clock patient care including some twilight/night shifts as required. You will be part of a team providing the very best in patient-focused healthcare services.
You must have a caring approach, be a good communicator and be capable of delivering high standards of patient care. You will assist with essential hygiene and nutrition needs of patients and offer support and comfort. You will be trained to undertake additional clinical skills to support the nursing team such as performing clinical observations, catheter care and simple wound care. You will be responsible for assisting the Staff Nurse in the care of patients pre and post-operatively.
As one of Northamptonshire's leading private and NHS 'Choose & Book' hospitals, the Woodlands is at the forefront of medical technology and patient care. If you are excited about pushing your ability to the next level, whilst at the same time becoming part of a friendly team renowned for excellence and exceptional patient satisfaction then the Woodlands Hospital is for you. The Hospital presently has 4 theatres, increased Day Case capacity and in-patient beds The hospital offers a wide variety of specialities and prides itself on providing a high standard of care to both patients and staff.
What You'll Bring With You
NVQ in Healthcare or working towardsExperience of caring for othersThe ability to receive and communicate information accurately and take instruction from professional colleagues
In return we offer:
Competitive salary Plus Enhancements (if eligible)33 days annual leave Inc. bank holidays which increase with service (pro rata)Private HealthcareContributory Pension SchemeLife InsuranceExcellent Training and Development OpportunitiesSubsidised Staff RestaurantFree Off Site Parking
About us
We're Ramsay Health Care UK. With 35 hospitals, 7,600 staff and 200,000 patients treated every year, we're one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. We deliver a wide and comprehensive range of specialised clinical services from routine to complex surgery, day case procedures, cancer care, diagnostic services and physiotherapy. In addition, we also have our three standalone decontamination units which are essential to supporting our clinical outcomes. 94% of our facilities are rated 'Good' by the CQC, and we are extremely proud of the high quality of our staff as well as excellent relationships with doctors and our strong, longstanding partnership with the NHS.
We're part of a global hospital group with over 50 years' experience that operates in 11 countries across the world. As people caring for people, our ethos helps make a huge difference in the lives of millions. We know that our people are our most important asset to our organisation, and are the key to our success and continuing growth.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to close our adverts prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Health Care Assistant
We are looking for caring, dedicated and motivated Health Care Assistants to join the Ward team at Woodland Hospital, Kettering. You will be assisting in the delivery of care to a variety of specialities including orthopaedics, urology, general surgery, bariatrics and gynaecology to name a few.
You will need to have a flexible approach to your working hours to enable us to deliver high quality round-the-clock patient care including some twilight/night shifts as required. You will be part of a team providing the very best in patient-focused healthcare services.
You must have a caring approach, be a good communicator and be capable of delivering high standards of patient care. You will assist with essential hygiene and nutrition needs of patients and offer support and comfort. You will be trained to undertake additional clinical skills to support the nursing team such as performing clinical observations, catheter care and simple wound care. You will be responsible for assisting the Staff Nurse in the care of patients pre and post-operatively.
As one of Northamptonshire's leading private and NHS 'Choose & Book' hospitals, the Woodlands is at the forefront of medical technology and patient care. If you are excited about pushing your ability to the next level, whilst at the same time becoming part of a friendly team renowned for excellence and exceptional patient satisfaction then the Woodlands Hospital is for you. The Hospital presently has 4 theatres, increased Day Case capacity and in-patient beds The hospital offers a wide variety of specialities and prides itself on providing a high standard of care to both patients and staff.
What You'll Bring With You
NVQ in Healthcare or working towardsExperience of caring for othersThe ability to receive and communicate information accurately and take instruction from professional colleagues
In return we offer:
Competitive salary Plus Enhancements (if eligible)33 days annual leave Inc. bank holidays which increase with service (pro rata)Private HealthcareContributory Pension SchemeLife InsuranceExcellent Training and Development OpportunitiesSubsidised Staff RestaurantFree Off Site Parking
About us
We're Ramsay Health Care UK. With 35 hospitals, 7,600 staff and 200,000 patients treated every year, we're one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. We deliver a wide and comprehensive range of specialised clinical services from routine to complex surgery, day case procedures, cancer care, diagnostic services and physiotherapy. In addition, we also have our three standalone decontamination units which are essential to supporting our clinical outcomes. 94% of our facilities are rated 'Good' by the CQC, and we are extremely proud of the high quality of our staff as well as excellent relationships with doctors and our strong, longstanding partnership with the NHS.
We're part of a global hospital group with over 50 years' experience that operates in 11 countries across the world. As people caring for people, our ethos helps make a huge difference in the lives of millions. We know that our people are our most important asset to our organisation, and are the key to our success and continuing growth.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to close our adverts prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ in Healthcare or working towards
Experience
Essential
- Experience of caring for others
- The ability to receive and communicate information accurately and take instruction from professional colleagues
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ in Healthcare or working towards
Experience
Essential
- Experience of caring for others
- The ability to receive and communicate information accurately and take instruction from professional colleagues
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.