Job summary
Spire Parkway have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Breast Link Healthcare Assistant to join their welcoming Oncology team on a permanent basis for Link Healthcare Assistant | Oncology Department | Competitive salary - dependent on experience | hrs per week| Solihull, Birmingham
Spire Parkway have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Breast Link Healthcare Assistant to join their welcoming Oncology team on a permanent basis for hours per week.
Spire Specialist Care Centreis conveniently located at Spire Parkway Hospital in the heart of Solihull and is designed specifically with patient needs in mind. With 6 purpose-built pods, Spire Specialist Care Centre offers an enhanced experience, in a peaceful, private and comfortable environment. Our Centre has retained the Macmillan Quality Environment Mark (MQEM), a testament to our commitment to providing exceptional care in an environment conducive to the physical and emotional wellbeing and cultural sensitivity of every hours per week.
Main duties of the job
1. Practicing with the highest standards of Infection Control within the Department and the wider hospital.
2. Undertake routine tasks related to the health and wellbeing of patients with a diagnosis of Breast Cancer.
3. Provide chaperone and support for Rapid Access One Stop Breast evening Clinics.
4. Assist Cancer Services team in the provision of exemplary patient care for patients being investigated for, or diagnosed with Breast Cancer.
5. Identify and report significant changes that might affect the patients health and well-being to the appropriate person.
6. Ensure own actions support equality, diversity and the dignity of each individual
7. Monitor clinical equipment and other duties that reasonably fall within the general nature and level of responsibility of the post.
About us
Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Who we're looking for:
8. Previous experience of working as an HCA (or equivalent) in a clinical/and or oncology environment.
9. Basic numeracy & literacy.
10. HealthcareNVQ Level2/3(preferred but not essential as Healthcare Development Programme is available to successful candidate).
11. Be able to demonstrate high levels of mental resilience in order to work in a changing and often challenging environment
12. Demonstrates a patient focused approach
13. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits
We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
14. 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
15. Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
16. Spire for you reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
17. Free Bupa wellness screening
18. Private medical insurance
19. Life assurance
Please see the attached benefits leaflet for more information.
We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.
Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.
For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Lukala Weber at L or 07516 506185
Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, its their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
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Desirable
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Experience
Essential
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Desirable
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