Job Introduction
Are you an enthusiastic and resilient individual seeking an opportunity to make a real difference? DHU Healthcare has a rewarding opportunity for you!
Join our team of NHS 111 Health Advisors at the forefront of providing essential support to those in need.
Discover job satisfaction as you begin your rewarding new career journey. Your dedication to supporting patients, as you make a significant difference to the lives of others, will see you contributing to the highest level of patient care we deliver every day at DHU.
Your new colleagues comprise a compassionate community of call handlers dedicated to supporting the NHS frontline by expertly navigating a tool called NHS Pathways to assess patients over the phone and direct them to the most appropriate care.
What DHU can offer you:
Working Patterns: We recognise that 9-5 doesn’t work for everyone, so we have a range of working patterns available to suit your work/life balance. Our friendly talent team will work with you to find the best fixed pattern for us both.
Comprehensive Training: Successful candidates will undergo four weeks of full-time training, led by a team of dedicated trainers followed by three weeks of supported practice. You`ll be trained on NHS Pathways systems, a recognisable licence that you`ll receive on completion of training. Further details will be provided during the interview process. Note: No medical background is required.
Competitive salary:
• Training and daytime shifts: £11.67 per hour
• Evenings and night shifts: £15.17 per hour
• Weekend shifts: £16.92 per hour
Generous annual leave entitlement: Standard 25 days + 8 bank holidays, increasing with service up to 33 days + 8 bank holidays.
Employee benefits:
As part of our team at DHU Healthcare, we believe in rewarding you, our colleague, for your hard work and dedication to providing the very best in patient care. As part of our team, you can enjoy a host of benefits to enhance your wellbeing.
Private Medical Insurance: We take care of your health and wellbeing with private medical insurance provided through Westfield Health, ensuring access to quality healthcare when you need it most. Membership includes direct access to GP and counselling services, CT and MRI scans, hospital treatment insurance and cashback for dental, optical and physiotherapy care.
NHS Pension Scheme: Rest assured knowing your future is secure with our NHS pension scheme. Already an NHS employee? We acknowledge your continuous service and commitment to healthcare excellence allowing you to bring your existing pension pot and holiday allowance with you!
Car Lease Scheme: DHU has teamed up with NHS Fleet Solutions to offer a salary sacrifice scheme for colleagues. As part of our citizenship commitment and active approach to reducing our carbon footprint, we can provide you with lease options on a brand-new hybrid or electric car.
Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave: We understand the importance of family, which is why we offer enhanced maternity and paternity leave to support you during this special time in your life, supported by a robust Family Friendly policy.
Cycle to Work Scheme: Stay active and reduce your carbon footprint with our cycle to work scheme, making it easier for you to commute in a healthy and sustainable way.
Referral Programme: Share the benefits of working at DHU with your network and you can earn cash rewards through our Employee Referral Programme.
Birthday Leave Guarantee: Birthday leave isn't compulsory; it's entirely up to you! We can’t always celebrate with you, so whether you choose to take the day off and indulge in a well-deserved break or prefer to work and save your leave for another time, the decision is yours to make!
Free Parking: We know how expensive public parking can be! Most of our sites offer free, secure parking for your vehicles.
What your typical day looks like:
- Serving as the initial contact for the public regarding urgent healthcare concerns.
- Assessing patients using NHS Pathways to direct them to the most suitable care.
- Effectively managing instructions and inquiries from surgery staff, clinicians, and external agencies following up with appropriate actions and responses.
- Impactfully contributing to patients’ well-being.
- Offering general comfort and being a source of solace.
To be a successful Health Advisor you’ll need:
- Motivation, passion, positivity, resilience, and determination to provide outstanding patient care.
- Excellent listening and communication skills, supported by IT and keyboard skills.
- A desire to engage with the public at their time of need coupled with a strong telephone manner.
- The capability to perform efficiently and accurately under pressure, whilst maintaining a compassionate and professional demeanour.
More information on our recruitment process can be found here or reach out to our team of talent acquisition professionals by emailing:
At DHU HealthCare we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and we remain committed to ensuring every person, in each of our teams, can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. As such, we would welcome applications from diverse audience representing the communities we continue to serve.
We proudly embrace forces-friendly practices and dedicate unwavering support to our Veterans/Service Leavers; Reservists; Cadet Force Adult Volunteers and military spouses/partners, fostering a workplace that values their unique skills and contributions.