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Healthcare AssistantinAylesburyinAylesburyPUBLISHED SAT 4 JAN 2025

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS TrustFollow Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Opportunity to work as an integral part of a compassionate healthcare team, providing care to women and their families.
Diverse range of clinical environments, including Early Pregnancy Unit, Hysteroscopy, Colposcopy, Urogynaecology, Fertility, and general Gynaecology Clinics.
Exposure to learning and development opportunities, facilitating career progression within the NHS.
Generous annual leave entitlement and participation in a pension scheme, ensuring financial benefits and work-life balance.
Access to various health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy work environment.
Commitment to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and supporting underrepresented communities.
Recognition for supporting the Armed Forces community, contributing to a socially responsible workplace.
The role of Healthcare Assistant at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust in Aylesbury involves providing compassionate and respectful care to women and their families while supporting a Registered Nurse in various clinical settings, including Early Pregnancy, Hysteroscopy, Colposcopy, Urogynaecology, Fertility, and general Gynaecology clinics. The post holder will perform direct care tasks and manage clerical and administrative responsibilities, maintaining effective communication with patients and colleagues.

The Trust seeks to create a diverse and inclusive workforce and offers various benefits, including learning and development opportunities, generous annual leave, and NHS discount schemes. They are committed to outstanding care and community support, encouraging applications from individuals of varied backgrounds and experiences. Interested candidates can reach out for guidance or assistance with their applications.
Opportunity to work as an integral part of a compassionate healthcare team, providing care to women and their families.
Diverse range of clinical environments, including Early Pregnancy Unit, Hysteroscopy, Colposcopy, Urogynaecology, Fertility, and general Gynaecology Clinics.
Exposure to learning and development opportunities, facilitating career progression within the NHS.
Generous annual leave entitlement and participation in a pension scheme, ensuring financial benefits and work-life balance.
Access to various health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy work environment.
Commitment to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and supporting underrepresented communities.
Recognition for supporting the Armed Forces community, contributing to a socially responsible workplace.

More about the NHS
The National Health Service (NHS) is a cornerstone of healthcare in the United Kingdom, established in 1948 with the simple yet profound principle of providing healthcare to all citizens, free at the point of use. This revolutionary system aimed to ensure that access to medical services would not depend on an individual’s financial situation, a concept that has since become fundamental to British societal values.Learn more...
Useful skills for a Healthcare Assistant:
To work as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you need a combination of practical skills, personal qualities, and a basic understanding of healthcare principles. While specific requirements might vary depending on the employer or the care setting, here are the key skills and attributes typically required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills:
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Good listening skills to understand patients' needs and concerns.
2. Empathy and Compassion:
- Understanding and sensitivity to the feelings of patients.
- Ability to provide emotional support and reassurance.
3. Basic Clinical Skills:
- Understanding of basic health and hygiene standards.
- Ability to assist with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, feeding, etc.).
- Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse) can also be necessary.
4. Teamwork:
- Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.
- Being a supportive team player.
5. Time Management:
- Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Managing time effectively to ensure all patients receive appropriate care.
6. Attention to Detail:
- Being meticulous in following care plans and documenting changes in patients’ conditions.
- Paying close attention to patient safety.
7. Problem Solving Skills:
- Ability to respond to a variety of situations and challenges quickly and effectively.
- Competence in recognizing changes in a patient's condition and taking appropriate action.
8. Physical Stamina:
- Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting and moving patients.
- Maintaining energy and stamina for long shifts.
Personal Qualities:
- Patience: Working in healthcare can be challenging; patience is crucial when dealing with patients who may be distressed or unwell.
- Reliability: Being dependable and trustworthy is essential for providing good patient care.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to handle varying work environments and situations.
- Respectfulness: Maintaining dignity for patients and treating them respectfully.
Training and Qualifications:
While formal qualifications may not always be required, having a relevant qualification, such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, can be beneficial. Some employers provide on-the-job training, and courses in first aid, safeguarding, or infection control may also be useful.
Experience:
Any previous experience in healthcare, customer service, or caring environments can greatly enhance your application. Volunteering in hospitals, care homes, or community services can provide valuable experience and skills.
 


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