Job Description

Cherwell Hospital

Full time - Healthcare Assistant - Wards


About Us:
The Cherwell Hospital, located in Banbury, Oxfordshire was purpose built in 2006 and has been designed to combine an exceptional standard of patient accommodation with the technical equipment and facilities that modern medicine demands. The Hospital has a 40-bed inpatient unit, consisting of single or twin rooms and a day case facility. All rooms which have twin beds are single sex units ensuring privacy and dignity at all times. The Hospital is equipped to undertake a large range of procedures, treatments and investigations. We have three fully equipped theatres, with a five-bedded recovery unit. Other outpatient facilities include physiotherapy, pharmacy, radiology, ultrasound and MRI.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Healthcare Assistant at Cherwell Hospital in Banbury. You will be expected to work on a full-time basis 37.5 on a flexible departmental rota including weekends if required (day & night shift).
Cherwell Hospital is part of the Ramsay Health Care Group and is a highly respected private hospital with a reputation for providing exceptional service to our patients. Please note we will require some flexibility to work overnight (with enhancements starting at 30% [evenings, weekends, bank holidays & nights] on top of the salary.

The role

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Health Care Assistant to join our busy Wards department at The Cherwell Hospital in Banbury. In this role you will be an integral part of a team who are committed to delivering the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supported environment, where you will be valued for your skills and expertise. You will have a passion for delivering a high standard of service, and a desire to develop your skillset. Attention to detail is key with the ability to stay calm and be practical in challenging situations.

What you will bring with you

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  NVQ level 2 or 3 would be an advantage
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  Hospital experience would be an advantage
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  A warm, considerate and empathetic character
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  A commitment to support individuals and assist as necessary with activities of daily living including personal care/therapy, social, emotional, and recreational needs and aspirations.
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  The ability to make decisions and use your initiative
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  Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
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  A flexible and positive attitude
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  Computer literacy skills

Benefits

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  Access to the Ramsay Academy \xe2\x80\x93 genuine opportunities to grow, develop and specialise in your career
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  Contributory pension scheme
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  25 days\xe2\x80\x99 annual leave plus 8 Bank holidays plus the opportunity to buy/sell more
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  Flexible shift options
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  Private Healthcare and Life Assurance
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  Subsidised staff restaurant
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  Free uniform
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  Access to our employee Discount Programme
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  Wellbeing centre and access to 24/7 employee assistance line for free advice
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  Free DBS checking
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  Long service, Employee recognition and appreciation awards

About us

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS.
We love people with a positive, \xe2\x80\x9ccan do\xe2\x80\x9d attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success.
We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. \xe2\x80\x9cThe Ramsay Way\xe2\x80\x9d culture recognises that people \xe2\x80\x93 staff and doctors \xe2\x80\x93 are Ramsay Health Care\xe2\x80\x99s most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.
We are proud of our \xe2\x80\x98Speak Up for Safety\xe2\x80\x99 programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more \xe2\x80\x98Time to Care\xe2\x80\x99.

Please contact saurela.haziri@ramsayhealth.co.uk for an informal chat.
Alternatively apply via
www.ramsayhealth.co.uk/careers

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying. Please be advised that we reserve the right to close our advertisements prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process.

We care.

It\xe2\x80\x99s more than what we do, it\xe2\x80\x99s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it\'s a belief that\'s as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964.

\xe2\x80\x9cThe Ramsay Way\xe2\x80\x9d culture recognises that people \xe2\x80\x93 staff and doctors \xe2\x80\x93 are Ramsay Health Care\xe2\x80\x99s most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We encourage all Ramsay employees to participate in public health vaccination programmes including flu and Covid 19.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.