Healthcare Assistant

Priory Hospital Glasgow 38 - 40 Mansionhouse Road Glasgow Greater Glasgow G41 3DW £26,300 annual salary  Full Time 37.5 Hours-  Hours of work will be averaged at 37.5 hrs per week: Week 1: 4 Shifts Week 2: 3 Shifts Week 3: 3 Shifts Week 4: 3 Shifts Shifts will be rotational across days and nights.  The Priory Hospital Glasgow has an opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join our team.  Priory Hospital Glasgow is a specialist inpatient treatment centre providing support for mental health conditions and addictions, including depression treatment, alcohol and drug rehabilitation, and private autism assessments for adults.

It is accessible by public transport, with local train stations nearby and easy access from Glasgow city centre, as well as motorway links.  The successful candidate will support and assist our multi-disciplinary teams in the assessment, planning and implementation of individual care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed to facilitate the well-being, dignity and treatment of all patients. 

The role

will be based within the Eating Disorders Ward with flexibility to work across wards as required.  The successful candidate will be able to work within a team or on their own initiative; will be hard working and reliable and will demonstrate enthusiasm and an ability to adapt to challenging situations. In addition, the successful applicant will have effective communication skills, be caring in nature and possess a willingness to learn. As an independent Acute Psychiatric Hospital we can offer you the opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment. We are committed to providing training opportunities for staff at all levels and actively encourage professional development. Staff are supported by means of regular clinical supervision.  The successful candidate will be required to apply for PVG Scheme Membership from Disclosure Scotland. Further information can be obtained from www.disclosurescotland.co.uk You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients  

• Assists qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed to facilitate the wellbeing, dignity and treatment of all patients.
• Provides practical support and responsive care to patients who require assistance with intimate personal needs such as dressing, bathing and toileting activities ensuring that such activities comply with procedures and the relevant healthcare legislation.
• Observes and monitors the wellbeing of patients ensuring that any unusual physical, mental or emotional occurrences are promptly referred to senior staff/the primary nurse and documented as appropriate.
• Provide specific interventions with patients as delegated by a Registered Nurse, and following training and competency attainment. Such interventions include Observation and Engagement with Patients, escorting patients on leave, and being involved in de-escalation and management of violence and aggression.
• Contribute to a team approach to patient care in conjunction with all members of the multidisciplinary team.     You can find additional information in the attached job description.  Essential for the role  
• Educated to a minimum NVQ 1 or GCSE’s in Mathematics and English.  
• Understands the need for strict confidentiality 
• Basic IT literacy  We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.  Free on-site parking Birthday Holiday  - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave Enhanced maternity pay Contributory pension scheme Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme) Access to development opportunities Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel Leadership & management development Long service award Refer a friend bonuses Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.