Description
Spire Murrayfield Hospital Edinburgh has an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join our busy Outpatients Department on a permanent, full-time basis.
The role involves supporting the nursing team, undertaking clinical observations, assisting with phlebotomy and specimen collection, preparing patients for consultations and treatments, and maintaining accurate patient records.
The ideal candidate will have a SVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant, and strong communication and interpersonal skills.
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including 35 days annual leave, employer and employee contributory pension scheme, 'Spire for You' reward platform, free Bupa wellness screening, private medical insurance, life assurance, and training and development opportunities.
Responsibilities:
- Support the nursing team within the Outpatients Department.
- Undertake clinical observations including blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturation levels and ECGs.
- Assist with phlebotomy and specimen collection.
- Prepare patients for consultations, diagnostic procedures and treatments.
- Ensure clinics run efficiently and provide exceptional patient care throughout the patient journey.
- Maintain accurate patient records and support the day-to-day administration of the department.
- Assist in maintaining safe, clean and well-equipped clinical areas in line with infection prevention and control policies.
Requirements:
- SVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
- Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant within a hospital, outpatient, day-case or surgical ward environment.
- Phlebotomy experience is desirable.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a compassionate and professional approach.
- Good IT literacy, including Microsoft Office applications; experience of hospital systems would be advantageous.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.