Health Care Assistant (HCA) – Recovery job at London Full Time NEW

Harley Street Specialist Hospital (London) Ltd is an 11,100 square foot, six floor hospital building located in the heart of the Harley Street medical district. We boast the following:

• A full operating suite, recovery bay and six recovery pods on the lower ground floor
• A full operating suite, recovery bay with three beds and a private room on the ground floor
• A minor ops suite (suitable for GA’s), pharmacy and imaging suite on the first floor
• Nine beautiful, newly refurbished consulting rooms throughout the hospital.

We offer day surgery across a range of specialties, predominantly orthopaedic, plastic, cosmetic and others.

We have a team of specialist consultants on hand to provide expert care for patients seeking treatment in: orthopaedics (knee, hip, shoulder, elbow, hand and wrist, spine); oral maxillofacial; gynaecology; ophthalmology; gastroenterology and urology.

HSSH has a strict inclusion and exclusion policy, and we try to treat ASA1/2 patients only.

HSSH launched a revised mission, vision and values:

Our mission: To provide rapid access to the most advanced day-case surgery, achieving the best possible clinical outcomes for our patients and doing so in a safe, caring, and effective environment.

Our Vision: We aim to become a leading healthcare provider through our commitment to innovation, compassionate care, and pursuit of excellence in day-case surgery.

Our Values:

• Compassionate – we do all we can to understand the needs, emotions and hopes of patients and each other.
• Innovators – we are all pioneers, contributing insightful, masterful and bright ideas both big and small each day.
• Collaborative – we achieve more together than apart, so we share, listen and make effective partnership our number one priority.
• Bold – We dare to make good ideas happen, the impossible a reality and go the extra mile for our patients.

We are recruiting for an Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our Recovery team.

The successful candidate will play a key role within the multi-disciplinary team, working and leading with other team members to define and implement developments within the service.

To support and assist in the management and organisation of care provision within Recovery.

We are looking for an individual who is committed to delivering the highest quality and standard of work, where you will be valued for your skills and expertise.

This is an ideal career opportunity for a candidate who is looking to develop their existing skills and competencies in a private hospital setting.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

Key Responsibilities

1. Clinical Monitoring & Observation

• Regularly perform and record physiological measurements, including blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, and respiratory rate
• Observe patients for signs of post-surgical complications, adverse reactions, or clinical deterioration
• Report any abnormalities, pain levels, or concerns (such as signs of infection or bleeding) to a member of the clinical team

2. Post-Operative Patient Care

• Assist patients with essential hygiene needs, including washing, dressing, feeding, and hydration
• Provide support with toileting and incontinence care as required
• Support the healthcare team in implementing comfort measures, such as patient repositioning and the application of cold compresses

3. Mobility & Rehabilitation

• Safely assist patients in getting out of bed and changing positions to prevent pressure ulcers and promote circulation
• Assist patients with rehabilitation exercises and mobility plans as directed by the physiotherapy or nursing staff
• Ensure patients are supported and encouraged to move safely to prevent post-operative complications like DVT (blood clots)

4. Emotional Support & Patient Advocacy

• Provide reassurance and emotional comfort to patients who may feel anxious or confused during their recovery
• Help patients understand and follow their post-operative instructions and prescribed recovery plans

5. Environment & Infection Control

• Clean and disinfect patient rooms, equipment, and high-touch surfaces to maintain a sterile recovery environment
• Change bed linens and dispose of clinical waste or soiled materials in strict accordance with infection control protocols
• Ensure the recovery area remains organised, free of contaminants, and safe for both patients and staff

6. Supply Chain & Documentation

• Regularly restock clinical supplies (e.g., gloves, towels, toiletries) and order consumables to ensure the ward remains fully equipped
• Maintain accurate, timely, and legible documentation of all patient observations and vital signs in the clinical records

KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE:

• Experience of working within the Private Healthcare industry desirable
• Experience of having worked in a similar role
• Minimum 2 years’ experiencd
• Good spoken and written English
• Attained GCSE Maths and English (Grades A – C)
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office and any other relevant packages
• Applicants must demonstrate a caring and compassionate manner
• Build and develop internal and external relationships, in order to work collaboratively to foster good relations
• Proactive with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances
• Flexibility to respond to urgent requests
• Ability to work independently using your own initiative
• A confident individual who is well organised and self-motivatedy

AUTONOMY/FREEDOM TO ACT:

• Present yourself at all times in a manner that is open and honest and work in a partnership with patients, clients, colleagues, and the general public to enhance confidence, competence and best practice
• Maintaining confidentiality
• You will be required to assist in the delivery and collection of consumables and equipment within the local area
• You must be aware and maintain standards of infection control
• You must always be fully aware of the SOPs and abide by them
• You should maintain an appropriate level of responsibility in maintaining your personal development
• Attend all hospital mandatory training and Emergency Life Support training annually
• To keep up to date with current procedures and hospital agreements
• Undertake all training and development courses deemed appropriate for the role as specified by HSSH policy and procedure within agreed timeline

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person