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Health Care Assistant - Ward

Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

The closing date is 16 October 2024

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Job summary

We're looking for a passionate Healthcare Assistant to join our Surgical Ward. Putting patients first, you'll be given time to care for each person as a unique individual.

Main duties of the job

We're looking for a passionate Healthcare Assistant to join our Surgical Ward. Putting patients first, you'll be given time to care for each person as a unique individual. Our Surgical Wards are busy and colleagues will rely on your support. Together, you'll deliver the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supported environment. You'll be valued for your skills and expertise and given lots of opportunity to develop, because at Ramsay Health Care UK, we know our people are our most important asset.

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

16 September 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

JR10408

Job locations

120 Mile End Rd, Colchester CO4 5XR

Colchester

CO4 5XR


Job description

Job responsibilities

Healthcare Assistant Oaks Hospital 37.5 Hours a Week. Please note for this role we require flexibility from the successful candidate to work day shifts and nights shifts. The role We're looking for a passionate Healthcare Assistant to join our Surgical Ward. Putting patients first, you'll be given time to care for each person as a unique individual. Our Surgical Wards are busy and colleagues will rely on your support. Together, you'll deliver the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supported environment. You'll be valued for your skills and expertise and given lots of opportunity to develop, because at Ramsay Health Care UK, we know our people are our most important asset. Where you'll be based Oaks Hospital is part of Ramsay Health Care UK, one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. The hospital has an excellent reputation for delivering high quality healthcare for patients with health insurance, patients who are self-funding treatment or NHS patients exercising choice through the e-referral system. By investing in the latest advanced medical technology, we offer a wide range of treatments and services. We care for patients from initial outpatient consultation and diagnostic scanning through to surgical treatment and recovery. What you'll bring with you

  • NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care
  • Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven customer services skills
  • Be a highly motivated individual
  • Enjoy working in constantly and rapidly changing environments
  • Great communication skills
  • Flexible approach to your duties and your hours
    • Benefits
  • 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
  • Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options
  • Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period
  • Flexible shift patterns available where possible
  • Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies
  • Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants
  • Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary
  • Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy
  • Free Parking on site (where possible)
  • Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible)
  • Concerts for Carers
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Cycle2Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords
  • The Blue Light Card Scheme
    • 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

    Healthcare Assistant Oaks Hospital 37.5 Hours a Week. Please note for this role we require flexibility from the successful candidate to work day shifts and nights shifts. The role We're looking for a passionate Healthcare Assistant to join our Surgical Ward. Putting patients first, you'll be given time to care for each person as a unique individual. Our Surgical Wards are busy and colleagues will rely on your support. Together, you'll deliver the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supported environment. You'll be valued for your skills and expertise and given lots of opportunity to develop, because at Ramsay Health Care UK, we know our people are our most important asset. Where you'll be based Oaks Hospital is part of Ramsay Health Care UK, one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. The hospital has an excellent reputation for delivering high quality healthcare for patients with health insurance, patients who are self-funding treatment or NHS patients exercising choice through the e-referral system. By investing in the latest advanced medical technology, we offer a wide range of treatments and services. We care for patients from initial outpatient consultation and diagnostic scanning through to surgical treatment and recovery. What you'll bring with you

  • NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care
  • Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven customer services skills
  • Be a highly motivated individual
  • Enjoy working in constantly and rapidly changing environments
  • Great communication skills
  • Flexible approach to your duties and your hours
    • Benefits
  • 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
  • Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options
  • Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period
  • Flexible shift patterns available where possible
  • Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies
  • Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants
  • Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary
  • Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy
  • Free Parking on site (where possible)
  • Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible)
  • Concerts for Carers
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Cycle2Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords
  • The Blue Light Card Scheme
    • 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 Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

    Experience

    Essential

    • Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
    • Good written and verbal communication skills
    • Proven customer services skills
    • Be a highly motivated individual
    • Enjoy working in constantly and rapidly changing environments
    • Great communication skills
    • Flexible approach to your duties and your hours
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

    Experience

    Essential

    • Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
    • Good written and verbal communication skills
    • Proven customer services skills
    • Be a highly motivated individual
    • Enjoy working in constantly and rapidly changing environments
    • Great communication skills
    • Flexible approach to your duties and your hours

    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

    120 Mile End Rd, Colchester 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

    120 Mile End Rd, Colchester CO4 5XR

    Colchester

    CO4 5XR


    Employer's website

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

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Talent Acquisition Specialist

    Christopher Mallon

    chris.mallon@ramsayhealth.co.uk

    07570381191

    Date posted

    16 September 2024

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    Depending on experience

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    JR10408

    Job locations

    120 Mile End Rd, Colchester CO4 5XR

    Colchester

    CO4 5XR


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