Healthcare Assistant 

Join Our Renal Care Team

Are you passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and looking for a rewarding career in healthcare? At Diaverum, we have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join our Crawley clinic and support patients undergoing dialysis treatment.

In this role, you'll work closely with our nursing team to provide compassionate, person-centred care that helps improve patients' quality of life. Whether you're looking to build on your healthcare experience or develop a long-term career within renal care, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.

This is a Fixed Term contract covering maternity; contract duration likely to be around 12 months (is subject to possible change). 

What You'll Be Doing

Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, your responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining clean equipment following proper training.
• Preparing supplies and packs for treatment.
• Conducting health checks with patients before and after dialysis.
• Escorting patients to clinical and waiting areas.
• Serving refreshments during treatments.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for caring, motivated individuals who are committed to delivering excellent patient care.

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

• GCSE-level education or equivalent.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent), with Level 3 desirable or a willingness to work towards it.
• Previous experience in a healthcare or hospital setting is advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A positive, flexible, and patient-focused approach.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A good standard of English and basic IT skills.

What We Offer

• Full-time position, 37.5 hours per week.
• Paid breaks.
• Monday to Saturday working pattern. No night shifts and no Sunday working.
• Competitive salary of up to £25,086, depending on relevant dialysis experience.
• Overtime paid at time and a half after full-time hours have been completed.
• 35 days' annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with service.
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities.
• Access to our in-house learning and development programme, d Academy.
• Support to undertake relevant qualifications and further study.
• Christmas Day and New Year's Day off.
• Free uniform, tea and coffee, annual flu vaccination, and Christmas meal.
• Company pension scheme and life assurance.
• Blue Light Card discounts and additional employee benefits.
• Access to our employee wellbeing programme, We Care.
• Employee referral bonus scheme of up to £1,000.

Why Join Diaverum?

At Diaverum, we're dedicated to delivering exceptional renal care while creating a supportive environment where our colleagues can thrive.

We're committed to nurturing your career and providing top-tier training. Our comprehensive professional training program, including on-the-job training and access to our in-house education program 'd Academy,' sets you up for success and growth throughout your career at Diaverum.

At our clinic, you won’t find managers tucked away on another floor — we work side by side with our teams. With dedicated clinic admins and nurses’ desks right at the heart of patient care, we’re set up to support both our staff and our patients every step of the way

Additional Information

All offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory DBS check and relevant compliance clearances.

You must be able to work clinically in a renal setting.

We encourage early applications, as vacancies may close before the advertised closing date if a high volume of suitable applications is received.

Come Grow With Us

If you're looking for a meaningful role where you can make a genuine difference to patients' lives while developing your healthcare career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team committed to delivering exceptional renal care.

Diaverum - Improving Quality of Life Through Renal Care.