Healthcare Assistant

Role overview

 Healthcare Assistant - Join Our Renal Care Team! 

 Are you passionate about enhancing the quality of life for renal dialysis patients? Join our team and make a meaningful impact on our patients' lives! 

As a Healthcare Assistant at our Somers Place clinic, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care following Diaverum procedures, ultimately improving our patients' quality of life. We're committed to your professional growth and will provide comprehensive training, including on-the-job training, e-learning, and access to our in-house education program, 'd Academy.'

Your Responsibilities:

Working under the supervision of a registered nurse, your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Maintaining clean equipment following proper training.

• Preparing supplies and packs for treatment.

• Conducting health checks with patients before and after dialysis.

• Escorting patients to clinical and waiting areas.

• Serving refreshments during treatments.

Our Requirements:

• Must be educated to GCSE level or equivalent.

• Minimum NVQ level 2 in Health; Social Care or equivalent (preferably working towards level 3).

• Ideally, previous experience in a hospital and healthcare setting.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• A positive and dynamic approach to delivering safe and effective care.

• Excellent communication skills (oral + written) with fluency in English.

What We Offer:

• Full-time position, 37.5 hours per week.

• Monday to Saturday (please note there are no nights or Sunday working).

• Competitive Salary of up to ?£23,532 depending on experience 

• Overtime paid at time and a half after completing full-time hours (150 hours every 4 weeks).

• Paid breaks.

• Opportunities for internal development and career progression, including relevant study.

• 35 Days Holiday (inclusive of 8 days bank holiday) increasing with service.

• Enjoy holidays on Christmas and New Year's Day.

• Free Uniform (*3), Tea & Coffee, Flu Vaccine, and Christmas Meal.

• Life Assurance, Peppy, WeCare, Company Pension.

• Referral scheme paying up to ?£500.

Why Choose Diaverum? 

We're committed to nurturing your career and providing top-tier training. Our comprehensive professional training program, including on-the-job training and access to our in-house education program 'd Academy,' sets you up for success and growth throughout your career at Diaverum.

Patient-Centred Care ??

Our exceptional nurse-to-patient ratio ensures you have ample time to provide holistic care to your patients. Our clinic offers you the flexibility and work-life balance you've been searching for.

COME GROW WITH US! ??

Please note that for this role, you must be able to work clinically in a renal setting. We encourage you to apply today, as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early due to a high volume of applications. Join our team and embark on a rewarding career in renal care. Be part of a healthcare community dedicated to delivering exceptional patient-centred care. 

You must be able to work clinically in a renal setting. All positions at Diaverum are subject to a satisfactory DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check as part of our recruitment process.

Diaverum - Where Caring Meets Excellence in Renal Care. ??