Healthcare Assistant - Newport Dialysis Unit

Company description:

 B.  Braun Melsungen AG

Job description:

We have an exciting opportunity in our NewportDialysis Unit for an ambitious, patient focused Healthcare Assistant looking for a rewarding career in healthcare with opportunities for professional development.

This is a physically demanding role in a fast-paced environment.

Newport Dialysis Unit is a dynamic 30 station unit providing haemodialysis treatment for 120 patients in partnership with the NHS Trust.

This position provides the successful candidate with an excellent opportunity to develop existing skills whilst gaining further experience.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• To provide general assistance to nursing staff with patient care in the treatment room
• To liaise with transport and other departments in order to arrange appointments
• To support the unit routine, by escorting patients to the wards, blood specimens and pharmacy errands
• To prepare and serve patients with refreshments
• To prepare a safe water treatment supply
• Preparation of the clinical area
• To maintain stocks and supplies within the treatment areas
• To undertake housekeeping duties

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn
• Good communication skills
• To be able to demonstrate empathy and sympathy
• Adaptable
• Self-motivated
• Flexible to cover the needs of the patients/unit

Hours of work:

• Full time role working 37.5 hours per week
• 3 x 11.5 hour shifts per week plus an additional top up shift every month
• Long Day = 06:45 - 18:15
• Monday to Saturday on a rota’d shift system, No Sunday or night shifts
• We expect staff to work flexibly and work shifts depending on the need of the business

In return we will provide the following benefits?:

• Annual leave 35 days (inclusive of 8 days Bank Holiday)
• Enhancements payable for unsocial hours
• Paid breaks
• Company Pension scheme - employer contribution match up to 7%
• Free onsite parking
• Paid leave for up to 1 day volunteering time
• Christmas Day and New Years Day off
• Life assurance 3 x annual salary
• Occupational Sick Pay
• Enhanced family friendly payments
• Recognition and long service awards
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Free Uniform
• Fruit basket provided once a month
• Health and wellbeing activities
• Group income protection
• Financial education support
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme - Confidential Employee Assistance Helpline with qualified counsellors 24/7
• Access to our benefits app with fantastic discounts from hundreds of retailers and instant access to your digital payslip

Optional benefits:

• Westfield Health Cash Plan
• Blue Light Card
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to The Company Shop
• Costco wholesale membership
• WSL – 40% off Will writing service

Additional information:

• This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, Occupational Health Check and eligibility to work in the UK
• We always recommend that candidates arrange an informal visit to the unit as this is a great opportunity to understand more about the role, the unit and the Company. Please contact us on to arrange an informal visit.

• Please note, job titles advertised might differ from those offered due to the need for broader appeal in adverts. Upon employment, titles might be adjusted to reflect specific roles and align with internal structures.

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