Job Summary
Are you passionate about providing compassionate care and support to patients in their own homes? Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to join our Integrated Respiratory Service. This exciting Band 3 administrator/support role will primarily focus on supporting the Hospital @ Home Service pathway, ensuring patients receive high-quality care at home while assisting the clinical team with administrative and therapy duties.
The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team that includes physiotherapists, respiratory specialists, healthcare assistants, and administrative staff. A valid driving license is essential as the role involves travel across Buckinghamshire.
Healthcare Assistant – Hospital @ Home Service
Visa Sponsorship Available
Location: Buckinghamshire, UK
Employer: Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: Competitive (Dependent on experience)
Key Responsibilities
- Administrative Support: Provide a range of clerical duties to ensure the smooth running of the Hospital @ Home Service, including data input, report generation, and maintaining accurate records.
- Clinical Assistance: Support the clinical team with delegated therapy duties, assisting with patient care as needed.
- Stock Management: Order and maintain stock levels, ensuring essential supplies are available for patient care.
- Data Entry & Reporting: Input data into spreadsheets and assist with audits, local reporting, and national reviews.
- Facility Maintenance: Ensure that clinical areas remain clean and tidy to uphold health and safety standards.
- Team Collaboration: Work effectively with an integrated team to provide the best possible care for patients, both at home and in the hospital setting.
- Travel: Travel across Buckinghamshire to provide home-based care, requiring a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Good literacy and numeracy skills.
- Experience: Previous experience in a healthcare or social care environment is essential. Experience working in the NHS or with long-term conditions is desirable.
- Driving License: A current, valid UK driving license and access to a car is a must.
- Personal Qualities: Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written), interpersonal skills, and the ability to listen and engage with patients and the clinical team.
Desirable Qualifications & Skills
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in healthcare or related field.
- Knowledge of Integrated Team Care and experience with long-term conditions such as respiratory illnesses or pulmonary rehab.
- Strong IT skills and proficiency in using data management tools.
- The ability to work well both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Why Join Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust?
- Learning & Development: We offer comprehensive training and development programs to support your career progression.
- Flexible Working: Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a supportive work-life balance.
- NHS Benefits: Access to generous annual leave, NHS pension, and discount schemes.
- Health & Wellbeing: Benefit from a range of health and wellbeing services to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Diversity & Inclusion: We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected, valued, and supported.
Special Conditions
- Physical Requirements: The role requires physical tasks, including kneeling, bending, and the safe handling of patients and equipment.
- Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check: The role is subject to a DBS check.
- Visa Sponsorship: We welcome applications from candidates requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK.
About Us
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust is dedicated to providing outstanding care and supporting the health of local communities. Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time, and our values guide us in everything we do:
- Collaborate
- Aspire
- Respect
- Enable
If you are enthusiastic, compassionate, and ready to make a difference, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding Healthcare Assistant role. Join our team and help us deliver high-quality care to patients in their homes.
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