Description
Spire Healthcare is excited to be growing our presence in Scotland with our new clinic in Perth. We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistants who can provide high-quality care. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a broad clinical background who are committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a modern, welcoming environment.
As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting patients throughout their healthcare journey. You will work closely with nurses and clinicians to ensure patients receive safe, compassionate, and high-quality care.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver high standards of patient care whilst maintaining dignity and respect at all times.
- Undertake routine observations and accurately record patient information.
- Phlebotomy skills are essential.
- Support nurses and clinicians with clinical procedures and patient assessments.
- Prepare and maintain clinical and treatment areas.
- Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control procedures.
- Contribute to a safe, caring, and supportive environment for patients and colleagues.
- Accurately label, handle, and prepare specimens for transportation and testing.
- Deliver a high standard of patient-centred care, ensuring dignity, privacy, and comfort at all times.
Requirements:
- Qualified at NVQ level 2/3.
- Previous Healthcare Assistant experience within an acute hospital, ward, outpatient, or medical/surgical environment or GP setting.
- Phlebotomy skills are essential.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
- Commitment to delivering outstanding patient-centred care.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- A caring, compassionate, and professional approach to patient care.
- Understanding of infection prevention, patient safety, and confidentiality standards.
Contract: 37.5 hours per week. Flexibility to be able to work any shifts rota's Monday - Saturday. Department is open from 8am- 8:30pm (Mon - Sat) Rotational Saturdays with shorter hours.
Benefits:
- 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays.
- Free on-site parking.
- Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options.
- ‘Spire for you’ reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers.
- Free Bupa wellness screening.
- Private medical insurance.
- Life assurance.