Healthcare Assistant (HCA) Ophthalmology Ward

📣 Healthcare Assistant (HCA) – Ophthalmology Ward

Location: NHS Hospital / Ophthalmology Inpatient or Day‑Case Unit
Type: Temporary 
Band: 2–3

SJK Healthcare is seeking dedicated Healthcare Assistants to support patients on busy Ophthalmology wards, caring for individuals undergoing cataract surgery, glaucoma procedures, retinal treatments, and eye‑related acute admissions.

💼 Key Responsibilities

• Support patients pre‑ and post‑eye surgery
• Carry out basic observations & escalate abnormalities
• Assist with eye dressings, drop administration support (under RN instruction)
• Guide visually‑impaired patients safely around the ward
• Provide personal care, mobility assistance & reassurance
• Maintain a clean, safe environment & follow strict IPC
• Assist with admissions, discharges & patient flow

🩺 Requirements

• Previous HCA experience (hospital or day‑surgery beneficial)
• Confident supporting patients with reduced vision
• Enhanced PVG + mandatory training up to date

✨ Ideal Candidate

Compassionate, patient, safety‑focused, and confident supporting visually‑impaired or post‑operative patients.