Healthcare Assistant
Employer not yet confirmed · Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom
Healthcare Assistant | Murrayfield Hospital – Edinburgh | Outpatients | Permanent | Full Time
Spire Murrayfield Hospital Edinburgh has an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join our busy Outpatients Department on a permanent, full-time basis. This role would suit someone who is flexible, patient-focused, and committed to delivering outstanding care in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Spire Murrayfield Hospital Edinburgh is one of Scotland's leading private hospitals, providing a comprehensive range of medical and surgical services to patients from across Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife and beyond. Our experienced clinical teams and state-of-the-art facilities support a wide variety of specialties, ensuring high-quality care and excellent patient outcomes. We are committed to delivering an exceptional patient experience and continually investing in our people, services and facilities.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Support the nursing team within the Outpatients Department.
- Undertake clinical observations including blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturation levels and ECGs.
- Assist with phlebotomy and specimen collection.
- Prepare patients for consultations, diagnostic procedures and treatments.
- Ensure clinics run efficiently and provide exceptional patient care throughout the patient journey.
- Maintain accurate patient records and support the day-to-day administration of the department.
- Assist in maintaining safe, clean and well-equipped clinical areas in line with infection prevention and control policies.
Who We're Looking For
- SVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) is essential.
- Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant within a hospital, outpatient, day-case or surgical ward environment.
- Phlebotomy experience is desirable.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a compassionate and professional approach.
- Good IT literacy, including Microsoft Office applications; experience of hospital systems would be advantageous.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Benefits
We offer colleagues a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes, but is not limited to:
- 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays.
- Employer and employee contributory pension scheme with flexible retirement options.
- 'Spire for You' reward platform offering discounts and cashback at over 1,000 retailers.
- Free Bupa wellness screening.
- Private medical insurance.
- Life assurance.
- Training and development opportunities to support your career progression.
More information about our range of benefits is available in the attached leaflet.
We're committed to supporting both our patients and our people. Join us and you'll receive a warm welcome, ongoing support and opportunities to develop your career within one of the UK's leading independent healthcare providers.
For further information about this role, or for an informal conversation about the opportunity, please contact Sarah Whittaker at sarah.whittaker@spirehealthcare.com.
For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.