Healthcare Assistant - Theatres

Healthcare Assistant - Theatres

The Christie Private Care

Full time: 37.5 hours per week

Shifts: 4 days per week, 7:30am-6pm with occasional later shifts including 9pm finish

Permanent
Salary: Competitive + 4& shift enhancement

We are looking for a Health Care Assistant with experience working in an Operating Theatre or a Hospital background to join our Theatres Department at The Christie Private Care currently rated “Outstanding” by the CQC.

The Christie Private Care is part of the established leading private healthcare company, HCA Healthcare. Established for over 50 years. The Christie Private Care treats private patients with a full range of diagnostic, inpatient, surgical, day case and outpatient treatment all on one site.

What you will do:

• Preparation of theatre and recovery areas before and after operating sessions, also adhering to the weekly cleaning schedule to ensure smooth transition of patients
• Maintaining storage and equipment cupboards and stock containers against agreed stock levels.
• Collecting and escorting the patient, and assisting with transferring of the patient from trolley to table under supervision of trained staff.
• Assisting with the safe positioning of patient on operating table.
• Acting as circulating person for the scrub team, within the scope of the role.

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 will bring:

• 6 months + Experience working in Theatres as a Healthcare Assistant
• Knowledges on Healthcare Computer Systems, Meditech, Theatre Man, Microsoft, outlook, Infection prevention control knowledge.
• Experience working with Robotic Surgeries (Desirable, not essential)
• Full right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship

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 Health Care Assistant at The Christie Private Care, 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

Diversity and Inclusion

Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.

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