14 Medical Assistance jobs in the United Kingdom

Duties and responsibilities:

• You will be part of an experienced and supportive pathology team working within a state-of-the-art lab
• You will primarily be responsible for the receipt and processing of samples for our Biomedical Science Laboratory. This will include a high volume of sample handling through to packaging and ensuring they are sent to the correct department

Who we're looking for:

• You will need to have strong administration skills and good computer literacy
• Someone who is motivated and excels in customer service
• We would also be open to someone with relevant science qualifications looking for their first opportunity in a Scientific role
• Experience with Winpath or similar Pathology LIMS, and/or Biochemistry maintenance

Working Hours: Full-time, Weekdays 08.00-16:00 or 12:00-18:00 & Saturdays 08.00-16.00 as part of 37.5 hours per week.

Contract Type: Permanent

Benefits

We offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
• 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
• Free Bupa wellness screening
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance

Our Values

We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:

• Driving clinical excellence
• Doing the right thing
• Caring is our passion
• Keeping it simple
• Delivering on our promises
• Succeeding and celebrating together

Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.

Closing Date: If we have received sufficient applications, this date may be brought forward so please submit your application as soon as possible.

For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Charlotte Oliver on

For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.

Duties and responsibilities:

• You will be part of an experienced and supportive pathology team working within a state-of-the-art lab
• You will primarily be responsible for the receipt and processing of samples for our Biomedical Science Laboratory. This will include a high volume of sample handling through to packaging and ensuring they are sent to the correct department

Who we're looking for:

• You will need to have strong administration skills and good computer literacy
• Someone who is motivated and excels in customer service
• We would also be open to someone with relevant science qualifications looking for their first opportunity in a Scientific role
• Experience with Winpath or similar Pathology LIMS, and/or Biochemistry maintenance

Working Hours: Full-time, Weekdays 08.00-16:00 or 12:00-18:00 & Saturdays 08.00-16.00 as part of 37.5 hours per week.

Contract Type: Permanent

Benefits

We offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
• 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
• Free Bupa wellness screening
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance

Our Values

We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:

• Driving clinical excellence
• Doing the right thing
• Caring is our passion
• Keeping it simple
• Delivering on our promises
• Succeeding and celebrating together

Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.

Closing Date: If we have received sufficient applications, this date may be brought forward so please submit your application as soon as possible.

For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Charlotte Oliver on

For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.

Have you worked with a young learner with Type 1 Diabetes?

Have you been trained by a paediatric diabetes specialist nurse?

This Lambeth primary school is looking for a full time Teaching Assistant to support a child in Key Stage 2 with Type 1 Diabetes.

Training and previous experience in this area is a must, but you will be supported by other members of the team who are also trained. The role will involve monitoring blood sugar and taking detailed and accurate notes, providing snacks when necessary and counting carbs during lunch.

If you have a medical background and are curious about moving into education, this could be the role for you!

Classroom training will be provided to ensure you are fully empowered in this position.

This is a full time role, 5 days per week, term time only. It is expected to last the entire academic year - and beyond!

The school benefits from a good location with excellent transport links in a vibrant area and the established team are keen to welcome new staff with regular catch ups and coaching.

The learner is academically able and there are no behavioural concerns.

The school has chosen to work with Remedy because we:

• Offer free safeguarding training in line with current guidelines
• Provide interview preparation and guidance throughout your job search
• Offer an easy registration process via online link and a video consultation
• Pay our support staff the highest rates - up to 625 per week!

If you have the relevant training and would like to know more, please get in touch today.

We are working with the school on an exclusive basis and this vacancy is a priority for us to fill!

Remedy is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that helps Teachers and Support Staff find long term, permanent and interim employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools throughout South East London. As part of the registration process you will be required to have a DBS Check carried out and all original relevant qualifications will need to be sighted and copied before any work placement. For all teaching roles you will need to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

• First responder to First Aid incidents in school
• Maintenance of First Aid/medical supply boxes throughout the school.
• Ensuring medical records are accurate and logged on Class Charts
• Overseeing pupils in the First Aid room
• Assisting with day-to-day front of house duties
• Entering new starter information on to Sims and preparing pupil files
• Dealing with general queries and answering the telephone
• Photocopying and typing

• Access to a generous Local Government Pension Scheme available
• Holiday pay included in salary
• Free onsite parking

At HCRG Care Group, we're dedicated to providing high-quality care and support to individuals across the country. 

We are looking for compassionate, reliable, and committed Clinical Support Workers to join our bank of flexible workers based within a hospital setting and/or based out in the community. 

As part of the HCRG Care Group , you’ll play a vital role in delivering person-centered care and supporting individuals with a range of needs, from both nursing and therapy perspectives.

Join a friendly, multidisciplinary team focused on quality patient care whilst choosing when and where you work! We have opportunities across the whole BSW patch.

More information can be found in the attached job descriptions for each role.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Community based role:

• To implement treatment by following care plan.
• To keep the patient at the centre of his or her care, ensuring patient and carer participation in decision making.
• To undertake the daily care and support of delegated patients.
• Deliver treatment/care within a community setting as specified in a written care plan, under the guidance of a registered practitioner.
• Wherever possible to avoid hospital admission and reduce inpatient length of stay to ensure that patient receive the appropriate care in the most appropriate setting.

Ward based role:

• To implement treatment by following care plan.
• To keep the patient at the centre of his or her care, ensuring patient and carer participation in decision making. 
• To undertake the daily care and support of delegated patients. 
• Deliver treatment/care within an Inpatient setting as specified in a written care plan, under the guidance of a registered practitioner. 
• Responsibility and supporting the day-to-day care of patients including monitoring
• To have a good knowledge of infection control, to reduce risk of health care acquired infections. 
• To enable patients to reach their optimum level of independence. 
• To communicate with individuals about routine and daily activities, this may include overcoming difficulties (e.g. hearing/language).

Essential criteria:

• Good general education.
• Care Certificate.
• Experience of working under supervision.  
• Experience of supporting other workers. 
• Ability to work as a team member. 
• Delivering patient focused care.  
• Ability to recognise own limitations. 
• Typing/data inputting skills. 
• Physical skills to manually handle patients and use appropriate lifting aids.
• Undertake specific nursing/therapy skills.

As a Clinical Support Worker working on the Bank for HCRG Care Group, you’ll be part of our valued team across BSW.

You will feel valued as Bank Clinical Support Worker within HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:  

• £13.17 per hour
• Self-booking and access to all bank shifts! Staff are given access to all Bank shifts within their Business Unit and can self-book providing they meet the shift requirements.
• Request a Duty  – Staff can make shifts or Day Off requests prior to the creation of a roster up to six weeks in advance. This helps promote a better work life balance and allows for personal commitments to be met
• HCRG Care Group is pleased to offer access to Wagestream  - which lets you track your pay throughout the month and stream your earned wages into your bank account if you need them. No more high-interest loans or overdraft fees - simply get paid as you go.
• Working in an environment focused on the highest clinical and quality standards
• Opportunities to work in different areas and various different services  to gain new knowledge and experience
• Access to our Strive for Better networks , a national support and professional network made up of NHS professionals like you, giving you the chance to constantly develop industry-leading care and quality
• Access to our free well-being service available 24/7/365 online and by telephone including; counsellors, post trauma incident support, legal, debt and practical life management helpline, guided self-help, telephonic career coaching and monthly well-being newsletters
• Free statutory and mandatory training , as well as access to a range of courses and e-learning to develop further skills and in-house opportunities continuing your professional development
• Innovative forward-thinking culture with the opportunity to put forward your ideas to contribute to the way we work. You will be encouraged to apply for national funding to drive your initiatives locally to benefit our patients and service users
• Rewarding and supportive teams , you will be recognised and have opportunities to recognise others by nominating for local and national awards annually and taking part in our new virtual “Ask our Executives” event, where you can submit questions to the board and hear updates regularly on company strategy and objectives
• The pride of working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards: with a majority of our rated services holding “good” or “outstanding” ratings from the Care Quality Commission

About the Company We change lives by transforming health and care.Established in 2006, we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.As you’d expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance so we have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.Finally, we need to let you know that the company you’ll work for is part of HCRG Care Group Holdings Limited and by applying for this job we’ll need to process and hold information about you. If you would like to know a little more about how we use your information, please see our website's privacy policy.

*You will never pay a fee to Job Bridge Global at any point for this opportunity. This opportunity is aimed toward individuals looking to work overseas in the USA and Canada while pursuing their careers in healthcare. We do this to attract a broader range of candidates in local search results.

Job Bridge Global is excited to offer a remarkable opportunity for healthcare professionals aiming to broaden their careers internationally. This position not only allows you to experience different cultures and healthcare systems, but it also enhances your professional journey in various healthcare environments.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated Patient Care Coordinator to join our international teams in ensuring exemplary patient care and satisfaction. This role involves collaborating with healthcare staff to facilitate comprehensive care for patients and assisting them throughout their treatment journey.

What you will do

• Makes rounds on patients to ensure that care is being delivered according to individualized patient care plan.
• Orchestrates patient flow and bed assignments within the shift
• Assists with emergency situations, admissions/visits, and supports staff in direct care activities.
• Trouble-shoots for patient safety, assessments, and care issues during rounds and throughout shift.
• Ensures immediate response to patient and/or family concerns.
• Serves as primary point of contact for physicians and is responsive to physicians' needs.
• Makes/ensures that appropriate assignments are made.
• Guides and collaborates with Case Managers to ensure appropriate patient resource use and movement.
• Supports flow of information and communications including interdisciplinary information and communications from Clinical Director to Associates and from Associates to Clinical Director.
• Collaborates with support departments to ensure services needed for patient care are appropriate and timely
• Delegates tasks appropriately and within licensure requirements.
• Participates in quality reviews for clinical care.
• Provides clinical leadership to Associates during the shift.
• Supports Associate's development of skill and knowledge.
• Provides first line feedback to staff on performance.
• In collaboration with Clinical Director prepares and conducts performance evaluations as directed.
• Creates a positive work environment and contributes to Associate retention.

Requirements

Education Qualifications

• Post-Graduate Certificate or Diploma Nursing - RN
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Nursing - RN

Experience Qualifications

• 1-3 years Nursing, Minimum of 2 years RN experience

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to convey information clearly and professionally to patients, families, and health care teams, ensuring alignment with care plans
• Assess team members' skills, delegates tasks appropriately and provides oversight to ensure high-quality patient care
• Familiarity with care coordination processes discharge planning and resource management to ensure seamless transition of patients within care setting.
• Strong knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act and the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse.
• Ability to process complex clinical information using critical thinking to develop, implement, and support individualized care plans.
• Familiarity with healthcare technology that enhances patient safety and care efficiency (e.g., bar code scanning, electronic health records).

Licenses and Certifications

• BASIC LIFE SUPPORT
• Registered Nurse
• Preferred: Certification in clinical specialty

Supervision Provided by this Position

• Supervises all clinical and support staff assigned to the team.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergencies.

Benefits

• Outstanding salary in the USA or Canada
• Relocation fees to cover expenses in finding accommodation
• Flights
• Legal fees and licensing fees
• Plus more, depending on the end employer

*You will never pay a fee to Job Bridge Global at any point for this opportunity. This opportunity is aimed toward individuals looking to work overseas in the USA and Canada while pursuing their careers in healthcare. We do this to attract a broader range of candidates in local search results.

Job Bridge Global is thrilled to present an exciting opportunity for Registered Nurses and Healthcare Workers who are eager to expand their horizons and enhance their careers on an international scale. This role allows you to immerse yourself in new cultures and healthcare practices while contributing your skills to various healthcare settings.

Position Overview:

Job Bridge Global is seeking an experienced Patient Care Coordinator with a strong background in nursing leadership to join our clients Emergency Room (ER) team for full-time night shifts (7 PM - 7 AM). This role is essential in ensuring the highest quality of patient care, coordinating nursing activities, and leading a team in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Makes rounds on patients to ensure that care is being delivered according to individualized patient care plan.
• Orchestrates patient flow and bed assignments within the shift
• Assists with emergency situations, admissions/visits, and supports staff in direct care activities.
• Trouble-shoots for patient safety, assessments, and care issues during rounds and throughout shift.
• Ensures immediate response to patient and/or family concerns.
• Serves as primary point of contact for physicians and is responsive to physicians' needs.
• Makes/ensures that appropriate assignments are made.
• Guides and collaborates with Case Managers to ensure appropriate patient resource use and movement.
• Supports flow of information and communications including interdisciplinary information and communications from Clinical Director to Associates and from Associates to Clinical Director.
• Collaborates with support departments to ensure services needed for patient care are appropriate and timely
• Delegates tasks appropriately and within licensure requirements.
• Participates in quality reviews for clinical care.
• Provides clinical leadership to Associates during the shift.
• Supports Associate's development of skill and knowledge.
• Provides first line feedback to staff on performance.
• In collaboration with Clinical Director prepares and conducts performance evaluations as directed.
• Creates a positive work environment and contributes to Associate retention.

Requirements

Education Qualifications

• Post-Graduate Certificate or Diploma Nursing - RN
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Nursing - RN

Experience Qualifications

• 1-3 years Nursing Minimum of 2 years RN experience

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to convey information clearly and professionally to patients, families, and health care teams ensuring alignment with care plans
• Assess team members skills, delegates task appropriately and provides oversight to ensure high quality patient care
• Familiarity with care coordination processes discharge planning and resource management to ensure seamless transition of patients within care setting.
• Strong knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act and the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse.
• Ability to process complex clinical information using critical thinking to develop, implement, and support individualized care plans.
• Familiarity with healthcare technology that enhances patient safety and care efficiency (e.g., bar code scanning, electronic health records).

Licenses and Certifications

• BASIC LIFE SUPPORT
• Registered Nurse
• Preferred: Certification in clinical specialty

Supervision Provided by this Position

• Supervises all clinical and support staff assigned to the team.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

Position Overview:

*You will never pay a fee to Job Bridge Global at any point for this opportunity. This opportunity is aimed toward individuals looking to work overseas in the USA and Canada while pursuing their careers in healthcare. We do this to attract a broader range of candidates in local search results.

Job Bridge Global is thrilled to present an exciting opportunity for Registered Nurses and Healthcare Workers who are eager to expand their horizons and enhance their careers on an international scale. This role allows you to immerse yourself in new cultures and healthcare practices while contributing your skills to various healthcare settings.

Job Bridge Global is looking for a dedicated Patient Care Coordinator to join our Emergency Room (ER) team for full-time day shifts (7 AM - 7 PM). This role will play a crucial part in coordinating patient care, overseeing nursing activities, and ensuring quality patient service in a dynamic ER setting.

Responsible for patient care outcomes through the coordinated delivery of nursing care for areas of responsibility. With guidance from the Clinical Director, deploys priorities for clinical quality, service and Associate development and retention. Ensures that a collaborative plan of care is implemented by Registered Nurses and other team members. Assists professional nurses with the coordination of the patients' care with multidisciplinary team. Ensures responsiveness to physicians. Directs Associates providing on-site coaching and staff assignments. Conducts Associate performance evaluation in collaboration with the Clinical Director. Ensures continued readiness regarding accreditation and regulatory requirements. Responsible for assuring the general upkeep of the physical facilities and patient care equipment.

What you will do

• Makes rounds on patients to ensure that care is being delivered according to individualized patient care plan.
• Orchestrates patient flow and bed assignments within the shift
• Assists with emergency situations, admissions/visits, and supports staff in direct care activities.
• Trouble-shoots for patient safety, assessments, and care issues during rounds and throughout shift.
• Ensures immediate response to patient and/or family concerns.
• Serves as primary point of contact for physicians and is responsive to physicians' needs.
• Makes/ensures that appropriate assignments are made.
• Guides and collaborates with Case Managers to ensure appropriate patient resource use and movement.
• Supports flow of information and communications including interdisciplinary information and communications from Clinical Director to Associates and from Associates to Clinical Director.
• Collaborates with support departments to ensure services needed for patient care are appropriate and timely
• Delegates tasks appropriately and within licensure requirements.
• Participates in quality reviews for clinical care.
• Provides clinical leadership to Associates during the shift.
• Supports Associate's development of skill and knowledge.
• Provides first line feedback to staff on performance.
• In collaboration with Clinical Director prepares and conducts performance evaluations as directed.
• Creates a positive work environment and contributes to Associate retention.

Requirements

Education Qualifications

• Post-Graduate Certificate or Diploma Nursing - RN
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Nursing - RN

Experience Qualifications

• 1-3 years Nursing Minimum of 2 years RN experience

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to convey information clearly and professionally to patients, families, and health care teams ensuring alignment with care plans
• Assess team members skills, delegates task appropriately and provides oversight to ensure high quality patient care
• Familiarity with care coordination processes discharge planning and resource management to ensure seamless transition of patients within care setting.
• Strong knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act and the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse.
• Ability to process complex clinical information using critical thinking to develop, implement, and support individualized care plans.
• Familiarity with healthcare technology that enhances patient safety and care efficiency (e.g., bar code scanning, electronic health records).

Licenses and Certifications

• BASIC LIFE SUPPORT
• Registered Nurse
• Preferred: Certification in clinical specialty

Supervision Provided by this Position

• Supervises all clinical and support staff assigned to the team.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

At Bridge Global, we are committed to delivering high-quality patient care while fostering a supportive team environment. Join us in making a difference in our community through dedicated service and compassionate healthcare.