Healthcare Assistant

About HealthHarmonie

The Medinet Group is a prominent independent healthcare provider operating across the UK and Ireland, delivering top-quality clinical care. It encompasses Acute Services (Medinet), Outpatient Specialist Services (HealthHarmonie), and Mental Health and Wellbeing Services (HH Minds). With more than two decades of experience, partnerships with over 100 NHS Trusts, and having treated upwards of 2 million patients, the group is known for clinical excellence and dependable service delivery.

Role Overview

As a Healthcare Assistant at HealthHarmonie, you will support the 2 Week Wait Dermatology service throughout Greater Manchester, mainly in Oldham. Your duties involve preparing stock and medical equipment, setting up clinical rooms for healthcare professionals, and serving as a chaperone during patient evaluations and procedures. Additionally, you'll handle administrative tasks such as completing patient reports and supporting clinic operations to ensure an efficient and compassionate patient experience.

Working Hours & Locations

The service runs every day of the week; you will be expected to work five shifts within seven days. Shifts typically run from approximately 7:00/7:30 am until 5:30/6:00 pm. The role is mobile, requiring travel across various clinic sites nationwide, including locations like Manchester, Birmingham, Hereford, Warwickshire, Shropshire, Telford, Worcestershire, Stoke, Staffordshire, Doncaster, Nottinghamshire, Wrexham, Gloucestershire, Reading, Frimley, Slough, and Bassetlaw.

Candidate Requirements

• Possession of a valid driving licence and ownership of a vehicle to access multiple clinic venues.
• Prior administrative experience is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Computer proficiency with familiarity in common software and systems.
• A strong commitment to delivering exceptional care and pride in your responsibilities.

From your first day, you'll undergo an extensive two-week training program designed to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge for the Healthcare Assistant role. Employment is conditional on passing the appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and providing valid right-to-work documentation.

Remuneration & Benefits

• Permanent, full-time position.
• Working five days weekly, Monday through Sunday coverage.
• 40-hour workweek, inclusive of travel time.
• Starting salary of £27,144, with potential increase up to £28,641 upon certification in additional clinical disciplines such as Ophthalmology, ENT, and Gynaecology.
• Travel allowance funded at 55 pence per mile.
• Continuous support and training opportunities, including progression towards NVQ Level 3 qualification.
• Strong career advancement prospects.
• Quarterly performance bonus equivalent to 1.25% of the annual salary.
• Annual leave entitlement of 25 days plus 8 bank holidays.
• Access to a pension scheme and NHS employee discounts.

Culture & Equal Opportunity

Joining HealthHarmonie means becoming an integral part of the healthcare delivery framework providing essential patient care across the UK. The organisation values innovative thinking, eagerness to learn, and ownership of personal career development. HealthHarmonie is proud to uphold equal opportunity employment practices ensuring non-discrimination across all protected characteristics, fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.