Theatre Healthcare Assistant
London Bridge Hospital
Full time 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: Monday – Saturday, 7am-3pm & 1pm-9pm
Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Shift allowance + Golden Hello
We are looking for a Health Care Assistant with Operating Theatre Experience to join our London Bridge Hospital at London currently rated “Outstanding” by the CQC. The theatres across our facilities provide a vibrant, exciting, and professional environment where the advance equipment and technology is second to none.
Successful candidates will be part of a large theatre team of colleagues, experienced professionals. London Bridge has a successful track record of career progression, offering support and development to those seeking to aspire higher or widen their knowledge.
With 160 beds, 28 ICU beds and 10 operating theatres we offer our patients exceptional treatment across a multitude of acute and complex care and have use of the latest technologies and healthcare innovations.
What you will do:
* Cleaning of theatre and recovery areas before and after operating sessions, also adhering to the weekly cleaning schedule.
* Stocking of 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 and within the scope of the role.
* Porter duties.
What you’ll bring:
* Health Care Support Worker experience in an Operating Theatre.
* 6 months + Experience working in Theatres as a HCA, or significant experience working as a HCA in a Hospital Healthcare Setting.
* Knowledge of Healthcare Computer Systems, Meditech, Theatre Man, Microsoft Outlook, and Infection prevention control knowledge.
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 Theatre Support Worker, 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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