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SalaryHealthcare Assistant - Join Our Renal Care Team!
Are you passionate about enhancing the quality of life for renal dialysis patients? Join our team and make a meaningful impact on our patients' lives!
As a Healthcare Assistant at our Lewisham clinic, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care following Diaverum procedures, ultimately improving our patients' quality of life. We're committed to your professional growth and will provide comprehensive training, including on-the-job training, e-learning, and access to our in-house education program, 'd Academy.'
Your Responsibilities:
Working under the supervision of a registered nurse, your duties will include, but are not limited to:
• Maintaining clean equipment following proper training.
• Preparing supplies and packs for treatment.
• Conducting health checks with patients before and after dialysis.
• Escorting patients to clinical and waiting areas.
• Serving refreshments during treatments.
Our Requirements:
• Must be educated to GCSE level or equivalent.
• Minimum NVQ level 2 in Health; Social Care or equivalent (preferably working towards level 3).
• Ideally, previous experience in a hospital and healthcare setting.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A positive and dynamic approach to delivering safe and effective care.
• Excellent communication skills (oral + written) with fluency in English.
What We Offer:
• Full-time position, 37.5 hours per week.
• Monday to Saturday, with shift hours from 6:45am to 11:00pm (please note there are no nights or Sunday working).
• Competitive Salary of up to ?£23,532 depending on experience plus location allowance.
• Overtime paid at time and a half after completing full-time hours (150 hours every 4 weeks).
• Paid breaks.
• Opportunities for internal development and career progression, including relevant study.
• 35 Days Holiday (inclusive of 8 days bank holiday) increasing with service.
• Enjoy holidays on Christmas and New Year's Day.
• Free Uniform (*3), Tea & Coffee, Flu Vaccine, and Christmas Meal.
• Life Assurance, Peppy, WeCare, Company Pension.
• Referral scheme paying up to ?£500.
Why Choose Diaverum?
We're committed to nurturing your career and providing top-tier training. Our comprehensive professional training program, including on-the-job training and access to our in-house education program 'd Academy,' sets you up for success and growth throughout your career at Diaverum.
Patient-Centred Care
Our exceptional nurse-to-patient ratio ensures you have ample time to provide holistic care to your patients. Our clinic offers you the flexibility and work-life balance you've been searching for.
COME GROW WITH US!
Please note that for this role, you must be able to work clinically in a renal setting. We encourage you to apply today, as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early due to a high volume of applications. Join our team and embark on a rewarding career in renal care. Be part of a healthcare community dedicated to delivering exceptional patient-centred care.
You must be able to work clinically in a renal setting. All positions at Diaverum are subject to a satisfactory DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check as part of our recruitment process.
Diaverum - Where Caring Meets Excellence in Renal Care.
