Spire Healthcare
Healthcare Assistant - Oncology
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Healthcare Assistant - Oncology
Healthcare Assistant | Oncology (Part-Time – 30 Hours/Week)
About the Role
Spire Dunedin Hospital is seeking an Oncology Support Worker to join their clinical team on a part-time basis (30 hours/week), playing a crucial role in cancer care services.
Located in the heart of Reading, Spire Dunedin Hospital is a long-established medical facility (over 100 years old) with two theatres, 16 inpatient beds, three recovery bays, Oncology services, and an Endoscopy Suite. This position offers competitive salary, access to training, and further development following a qualifying period.
Responsibilities
- Assisting the clinical team in delivering exemplary patient care within cancer care services
- Supporting patients through monitoring, observations, and well-being assessments
- Identifying and promptly reporting any significant health or behavioural changes to the relevant staff
- Assisting with patient transfers/movements in compliance with hospital policies
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Requirements
Applicants should have:
- Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) or equivalent in a clinical environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge/experience in:
- Performing ECGs and blood pressure checks
- Taking blood samples and conducting patient observations
- An NVQ Level 3 would be advantageous
Benefits
Spire Healthcare offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 35 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Contributory pension scheme with flexible retirement options
- ’Spire for You’ employee rewards – discounts and cashback from over 1,000 retailers
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance
- Annual Health Assessments
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Sharesave scheme
- Free DBS check
- Compensation and career growth aligned with clinical excellence, integrity, and teamwork
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Our Values
Spire Healthcare’s culture is built on:
"Our people are our difference. It’s their dedication, warmth, and pursuit of excellence that makes us stand out."
The organisation prioritises:
- Work-life balance and supportive professional development
- Open communication and collaboration
- Ethical leadership and patient-centred care
Spire Healthcare UK operates 38 hospitals and 50+ clinics across England, Wales, and Scotland, delivering private and NHS services in diagnostics, oncology, mental health, musculoskeletal care, and more.
For us, caring for patients means caring for people.
Please submit your application as soon as possible, as the job may close earlier if sufficient candidates are received.**
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