Job description
Mount Vernon Hospital
Health Care Assistant
An exciting opportunity has risen for Band 2 Health Care Assistant on Trinity unit at Mount Vernon Hospital to expand our team on the elective Orthopaedic inpatient unit and mixed speciality Day care unit.
We are looking for experienced Health Care Assistants who want a new challenge or new Health Care Assistants with a willingness to learn, have a caring nature, good communication skills and ability to work within a team. You will be joining a team of dedicated nursing, medical and therapy staff.
The Trinity team cover both the 16 bedded elective orthopaedic inpatient area and the mixed speciality day care unit which are situated across the same floor. Trinity unit will be increasing the amount of elective orthopaedic surgery carried out daily as well as operating on a higher number of patients with more complex medical conditions.
You will be expected to work alternating shifts involving long days and night duty. A full orientation will be given on induction to the ward. There is opportunity for personal development for all staff as the trust offers in house training.
If you are looking for a change or interested in the post please get in touch.
Informal visits are welcome.
Interview Date: 5 March 2024 (TBC)
The Health Care Assistant is a member of the Department who assists the qualified professional in the carrying out patient care.
Mount Vernon Hospitals Treatment Centre is an elective service, caring for patients who's procedures are planned.
Mount Vernon Hospital Treatment Centre is part of the Hillingdon Hospital trust and situated in rural Northwood on the outskirts of London and Hertfordshire, it is in easy access of the M25 and close to vital tube and bus links. The Metropolitan tube line is only a short bus ride or walk away.
Please refer to the attached job description for a full breakdown of the responsibilities of a Healthcare Assistant on Trinity Ward
This advert closes on Thursday 29 Feb 2024