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Health Care AssistantinHarrowinHarrowPUBLISHED SAT 18 JAN 2025

Band 2 for the Regional Hyper-acute Rehabilitation Unit (RHRU) GOOD SALARY 

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Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives by providing essential support and care.
Full-time role with a stable contract, offering job security and comprehensive benefits.
Work in a prestigious university teaching hospital, contributing to the training of future healthcare professionals.
Exposure to a variety of clinical situations in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, particularly in a leading hyper-acute stroke unit.
Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, enhancing teamwork skills and professional development.
Competitive salary for Band 2 positions, with potential for salary advancement and additional benefits.
Diverse patient population and wide range of clinical services, offering unique experiences and learning opportunities.
The Health Care Assistant role at the Regional Hyper-acute Rehabilitation Unit (RHRU) in Harrow involves providing essential support to patients and their families at Northwick Park Hospital. Key responsibilities include assisting nursing staff with patient care, serving meals and drinks, recording vital signs, and maintaining patient records. Additionally, the position requires adherence to clinical policies, reporting any concerns regarding patient care, conducting specimen collection, and ensuring the safekeeping of patients' belongings.

Candidates must possess strong communication skills, teamwork capabilities, and some experience in a healthcare setting, with preference given to those holding an NVQ certificate or previous NHS experience. The position is full-time, requiring a 37.5-hour workweek consisting of day and night shifts, and offers a salary of £28,166 per year. The successful applicant will be part of a diverse team that serves the local community within a leading university teaching hospital.
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives by providing essential support and care.
Full-time role with a stable contract, offering job security and comprehensive benefits.
Work in a prestigious university teaching hospital, contributing to the training of future healthcare professionals.
Exposure to a variety of clinical situations in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, particularly in a leading hyper-acute stroke unit.
Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, enhancing teamwork skills and professional development.
Competitive salary for Band 2 positions, with potential for salary advancement and additional benefits.
Diverse patient population and wide range of clinical services, offering unique experiences and learning opportunities.

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Useful skills for a Health Care Assistant:
To work as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you will need a variety of skills and qualities to provide effective care and support to patients. Here are some essential skills and qualifications:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
2. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport with patients and providing emotional support is crucial.
3. Compassion and Empathy: Understanding the feelings and experiences of patients to provide the best possible care.
4. Physical Stamina and Strength: The role may involve lifting and moving patients, as well as being on your feet for long periods.
5. Teamwork: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated care.
6. Patience and Resilience: Caring for patients, especially those with complex needs, can be challenging, so patience is essential.
7. Attention to Detail: Noticing changes in a patient's condition and following care plans accurately.
8. Basic IT Skills: Many healthcare environments use electronic patient records, so familiarity with computers is beneficial.
9. Organizational Skills: Managing your time and priorities effectively to ensure that all patient needs are met.
10. Understanding of Health and Safety Regulations: Knowledge of infection control, safeguarding, and maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff.
11. Basic Clinical Skills: Depending on the setting, you may need skills such as taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure), assisting with personal care, and understanding basic medical terminology.
Qualifications
While formal qualifications are not always required to become an HCA, some employers may prefer candidates with:
- Relevant Experience: Experience in care settings, either paid or voluntary, is highly valued.
- NVQs or Diplomas: Qualifications in Health and Social Care, such as an NVQ Level 2 or 3, can enhance your employability.
- Basic First Aid Certification: Having this certification can be beneficial.
Additional Training
Many employers offer on-the-job training, and you may also be expected to complete mandatory training courses, such as:
- Manual handling
- Health and safety
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children
- Infection prevention and control
 


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