Senior Healthcare Assistant - Theatre
The Chiltern Hospital
37.5 Hours & Permanent
Salary: Up to £30,000.00 per year (depending on experience, qualifications etc.)
The Chiltern Hospital in Great Missenden is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.
We have an opportunity for a Senior Healthcare Assistant to join their team of staff in the Theatre department.
Applicants must be able to travel to the sister site - The Shelburne Hospital in High Wycombe - for dual-site working.
This is a full time role for 37.5 hours a week. The role holder will be required to cover a flexible shift pattern.
Duties of this role include:
- Deliver person-centred care including assisting with personal hygiene, nutrition, mobility, toileting, and emotional support.
- Carry out basic clinical tasks such as monitoring vital signs, blood glucose levels, and patient observations (following training and competency).
- Support patients with dignity, respect, and compassion, ensuring their needs are met safely and sensitively.
- Assist with clinical procedures and the preparation of equipment and materials.
- Report any changes in a patient’s condition to the nursing team promptly.
- Contribute to safe patient transfers, discharge preparation, and documentation.
Applicants should meet the following criteria:
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification/experience).
- Experience working as a Healthcare Assistant in a hospital or clinical setting.
- Ability to carry out delegated clinical tasks safely and confidently.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to support and supervise junior staff members.
- Surgical experience is desirable.