General Health Care Assistant (HCA) - Whipps Cross Hospital - Pulse

General HCA at Whipps Cross Hospital

Job Title: General Healthcare Assistant

Banding: Band 2-3 (dependent on experience and specific skill sets)

Location: Whipps Cross Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust

Working Hours: Full-time/Part-time

Rate: £ 12.27 - £ 22.81

 Are you a dedicated Healthcare Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a dynamic environment? Join our team at Whipps Cross Hospital, part of Barts Health NHS Trust, where you will be crucial in providing high-quality care to our patients. Enjoy competitive rates and the opportunity to work in a supportive and professional setting.

What will your responsibilities be?

• Assist patients with daily living activities, promoting independence.
• Check vital signs and report any abnormal values or changes to nursing staff.
• Adhere to professional standards and hospital policies.
• Document food and fluid intake accurately.
• Assist nurses and other staff as needed.
• Maintain a tidy and safe patient bedside environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rates
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• Flexible working hours

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Minimum of 6 months experience in relevant general settings (within the last 12 to 18 months).
• Competent in vital signs, NEWS, and escalation procedures.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care and Care Certificate (preferred).

How to apply?

Apply now to join our team or contact us to find out more. We also offer a referral bonus if you recommend a friend.

Why work with Pulse Nursing?

From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out. Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities you won’t find anywhere else. We always prioritize your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.