Healthcare Assistant- Gynae Outpatients

Outpatients Healthcare Assistant - Gynae
London :The Portland Hospital,
Full time: Monday - Saturday 37.5 hours per week
Shift times: Service is open between 7.45am - 8pm with various shift patterns ( combination of shifts- flexibility required) Monday -Friday 07:45-20:00pm and 2 Saturday's a month - 07:45- 13:45pm.
Fixed Term Contract until 28/02/2026
Salary: competitive dependent on experience

A unique opportunity for a Health Care Assistants ideally with previous Outpatient experience to join a fast-paced service for women attending clinics at The Portland Hospital.

The role will involve working with Nurses, Consultants and other Healthcare Assistants.
The role will involve providing patient care of the highest quality to patients under the supervision of the nursing team.
You will also be expected to carry out a range of key administrative tasks, including pathology ordering and completing charge sheets for patients and consultants.

• Provide basic nursing care to patients under the supervision of trained staff
• Develop competence in carrying out basic observations, record the results, and chaperone as requested
• To notify senior staff of changes/concerns in a patient's condition
• Monitor stock levels and order when required.
• Ensure clinical areas are kept tidy and clinic rooms are stocked appropriately
• Clean and check equipment, reporting faults.
• Escort patients as required, either within the hospital or beyond
• Undertake administrative duties as required e.g. filing and ordering pathology test
• Assist with capturing patient and consultant charges
• Gather patient information related to registration
• Set up and tidy rooms for consultant use
• Deal with enquiries and refer as appropriate
• Liaison with consultants, managers, staff and patients.

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.

What you'll bring:

• Experience working within an outpatient's department
• Experience working within a Hospital environment essential

• Gynae Experience (Highly Desirable)

• Knowledge of relevant hospital policies and procedures.

• Phlebotomy training essential

• NVQ level 2, 3 in Health and Social Care

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world's leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we're one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That's why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Healthcare assistant you'll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you

• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals

• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service

• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme

• Group Life Assurance from day one

• Critical illness cover

• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland

• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you

• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Culture and values

At HCA UK we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and different experiences each of us bring as we know that when you feel seen, heard and supported you can be at your best for our patients, and each other.

Our mission is simple, above all else we're committed to the care and improvement of human life, a clear statement that extends to both our patients and colleagues. To achieve this, we live and breathe four core values:

• Unique and Individual