Hours - 37.5 hours per week, between the hours of 8am – 8pm. Salary - £24,654 Description St Joseph's Hospital are looking for a full time Healthcare Assistant to join our busy Outpatient department. Duties and responsibilities Undertake routine tasks related to individual’s health and well being. Assist in the delivery of care to meet individuals’ health and wellbeing needs Establish and maintain communication with people on routine care matters Contribute to own personal development. Assist in maintaining own and others’ health and safety and security. Ensure own actions help to maintain quality. Ensure own actions support equality, diversity and rights Acknowledge the risk of Healthcare Associated Infections (HCAI) and understand own responsibility as agreed with line manager in the prevention and control of HCAI. To maintain standards of infection control within the hospital and own department and to assist patients to maintain their own infection control needs To ensure that Clinical Governance and risk management are embedded within daily practice. Provide and receive patient information, ensuring that all patient information is provided, received and recorded in accordance with the Data Protection Act and SJH Policies. To meet SJH values, whilst delivering care to patients and relatives To adhere to the relevant Codes of Conduct, Guidelines and SJH Policies, Procedures, Protocols and Standards at all times Carry out any other duty that reasonably falls within the general nature and level of responsibility of the post. What you need to know Essential Whilst no formal qualifications are required you must be able to communicate with other members of staff and patients clearly and your personal appearance must be of a high standard, expected in a professional healthcare environment. Previous experience as a Health Care Assistant Basic nursing care Basic awareness of health, safety and hygiene English language to IELTS 7.0 Able to work effectively as part of a team Flexible approach to work and working patterns Excellent verbal and written communication skills Good numerical skills Basic financial awareness Proactive Empathetic Able to deal with difficult / sensitive situations Adaptable Aware of own limitations Desirable NVQ Direct Care Level 2 or equivalent experience Previous out-patient experience. Basic clinical observation skills Company Benefits Competitive salary Enhanced annual leave - 35 days holiday as a minimum (full time entitlement) Private Medical Insurance for you and a nominated family member Private Pension Training and development programmes Blue Light Card Free on-site parking Access to Mental Health helpline Access to assistance with Medical Diagnostics, Medical Treatment and Physiotherapy Subsided freshly made food and drinks Eyecare vouchers Family Vouchers Access to UK GP 24/7 Discounted gym membership To apply for the position please email an up to date CV with a covering letter to lorrainebeddowstjosephshospital.co.uk. Please note that we will only contact you should you be shortlisted for an interview. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £24,654.00 per year Work Location: In person