Healthcare Assistant

Healthcare Assistant – Part Time – 18.75 hours per week

Do you have the passion to maintain high standards of care? The methodical approach to follow strict procedures? The dedication to help and support a team of colleagues?

We are seeking a pro-active individual, ideally from a healthcare background and preferably with an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care to join our clinic as a Healthcare Assistant at Bodmin Dialysis Unit.

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will prepare, restore and maintain areas and equipment for clinical treatments and investigations, as well as generally ensuring that the treatment environment is safe for patients, relatives and visitors.

This is an active role which involves extensive walking between patients throughout the clinic and some lifting responsibilities. However, we will provide regular training and guidance, so that you can develop your knowledge of company practice, procedures and quality management. Computer skills are essential, with good interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong working relationships with the team.

Part time role: 18.75 hours per week. Current days are working various shifts between 6.30 am to 6.00 pm (Monday to Saturday).

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (preferred).

We offer a competitive salary up to £25,500.00 (pro rata based on 18.75 hours per week). Progression through the pay scale will be underpinned by a Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) for each role, allowing employees greater career development potential, aligned to in‑house training programmes.

• Sick Pay
• No Sunday or Night Shift Working
• Company Pension Scheme and Life Assurance
• 33 Days Holiday (inclusive of 8 days bank holiday) increasing with service
• Christmas Day and New Year’s Day off
• Overtime (time and a half after completing full-time hours – 150 hours every 4 weeks)
• Paid Breaks
• Free Parking, Uniform, Tea & Coffee, Flu Vaccine and Christmas Meal
• Health Shield – Company paid Health Cash Plan
• Long Service Vouchers
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Sponsorship for training where applicable for career development
• bhsf RISE - our Health and Wellbeing hub with 24/7 access to GP’s and Counsellors
• Blue Light Card - discounts online and in-store

Healthcare Assistant posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure check.

Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunities employer.