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Ramsay Health Care UK

Ramsay Health Care UK

Health Care Assistant - Ward

Preston On-site 0-2 yrs exp Hospitals and Health Care 1,398 employees
Patient CarePersonal CareActivities Of Daily Living SupportCommunicationDecision-Making

Requirements

A warm, considerate, and empathetic approach, strong written and verbal communication, computer literacy, and the ability to make decisions and use initiative are sought. NVQ Level 2 or 3 and hospital experience are desirable, along with a flexible, positive attitude and commitment to supporting patients’ daily living needs.

Job Description

Job Advert

Health Care Assistant - Ward

37.5 Hours Per Week

The role:

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Health Care Assistant to join our Ward team, working nights at Fulwood Hall Hospital.

In this role you will be an integral part of a team who are committed to delivering the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supported environment, where you will be valued for your skills and expertise. You will have a passion for delivering a high standard of service, and a desire to develop your skill set. Attention to detail is key with the ability to stay calm and be practical in challenging situations.

Where you'll be based

Fulwood Hall Hospital was opened as a purpose built facility in 1986. Independent patient satisfaction surveys show that 99% of our patients would recommend the hospital to family and friends and due to careful screening and rigorous infection control processes, the hospital continues to have a 0% MRSA incidence.

The hospital has eight private consulting rooms supported by a fully equipped outpatient treatment room, a pre-operative assessment unit for screening and assessing patients prior to surgery as well as modern imaging facilities and a brand new physio and sports therapy department including gymnasium.

What you’ll bring with you:


  • NVQ level 2 or 3 would be desirable
  • Hospital background desirable
  • A warm, considerate and empathetic character
  • A commitment to support individuals and assist as necessary with activities of daily living including personal care/therapy, social, emotional, and recreational needs and aspirations.
  • The ability to make decisions and use your initiative
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • A flexible and positive attitude
  • Computer literacy skills


Why join us?

At Ramsay Health Care UK, our people are at the heart of our success. Our benefits are designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance and career development, because we’re people caring for people:

Health, Wellbeing & Financial Security


  • Private Medical Cover, with the option to add your partner and dependants
  • Discounted Bupa Dental Insurance
  • Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 your base salary
  • Private Pension, with Ramsay matching up to 5% after a qualifying period
  • Employee Assistance Programme


Work–Life Balance


  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell additional days
  • Flexible shift patterns, where possible
  • Family friendly policies including enhanced parental leave
  • Volunteer leave to support causes that matter to you


Career Development & Recognition


  • Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy to support your career development
  • Colleague recognition programme to celebrate our people


Lifestyle & Everyday Perks


  • Access to our benefits platform, offering a wide range of discounts
  • Cycle2Work scheme
  • Subsidised staff restaurant, where possible
  • Free parking on site, where possible


About us:

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years’ experience. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England.

We love people with a positive, “can do” attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success.

“The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that people – staff and doctors – are Ramsay Health Care’s most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We care. It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964. “The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.

We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people at risk. We expect all employees to share this commitment and behave in a way that supports it. All successful candidates will be provided with safeguarding training appropriate to their role.

Education

Professional Certificate

Skills

Patient CarePersonal CareActivities Of Daily Living SupportCommunicationDecision-MakingInitiativeAttention To DetailCalmness Under PressureEmpathyTeamworkComputer LiteracyFlexibilityPositive Attitude

About Ramsay Health Care UK

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 34 acute hospitals, 3 Sterile Service Hubs and a retirement village. 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. To see our privacy policy for social media and other channels, please see the following link: https://www.ramsayhealth.co.uk/system-pages/privacy-policy