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Healthcare Assistant

Job Introduction

Provide hands-on care that makes patients feel supported and safe.

Healthcare Assistant 

At DHU Healthcare, every role matters. We’re a not-for-profit team driven by compassion and respect, where your voice is heard and your growth truly matters. Join us and be part of something bigger. For you, for them, with us.

With us, care never stops.

At DHU Healthcare, our Urgent and Emergency Care teams work on the frontline of the NHS, delivering expert, compassionate care 24/7, 365 days a year. From Emergency Departments and Urgent Treatment Centres to GP surgeries and communities across the East Midlands and beyond, we’re there when people need us most. Our teams of skilled medical, nursing, allied health, and support professionals all work together to respond quickly and effectively to every patient. We deliver a wide range of services including community nursing, urgent treatment, primary care streaming, urgent on-day primary care, GP home visiting, phlebotomy, community hospital medical cover, telephone consultation support, and palliative care home visiting. With us, you’ll be supported to succeed – in your role, your development, and your career

As a UEC Healthcare Assistant you will:

  • Support clinicians and patients in urgent and emergency care settings.
  • Carry out essential observations and assist with patient care and comfort.
  • Work within a close-knit team providing high-quality, compassionate care.
  • Keep services running smoothly through teamwork and attention to detail.
  • Play a vital role in making every patient experience a positive one.

For you, benefits that work.

We’ll support your health, happiness and future with benefits that put you first:

  • Access to the NHS pension scheme (we’ll also honour your existing NHS pension pot and holiday entitlement if you’re transferring)
  • Wellbeing support
  • Flexible working options
  • Career growth and development opportunities For more information on the full range of benefits available click here

With us, your potential becomes progress.

At DHU Healthcare, we’re here to support your growth – wherever you are in your career. Whether you’re just starting out or ready for your next challenge, we’ll help you take that next step with confidence. With us, development is part of how we work, how we lead, and how we shape healthcare together.

You’ll find clear career paths and the encouragement to explore new skills and opportunities. From our Inspire coaching-led leadership programme to role-specific training, apprenticeships, and partnerships like our Integrated Urgent Care course with the University of Derby, we’re committed to helping you develop in ways that matter to you. Essential training is tailored to your role, and support is always within reach – because we know that fulfilled colleagues deliver better care, stronger teamwork, and more impact.

For you, a place where you can be yourself.

We believe that when everyone feels valued, respected and supported, we can deliver the best care. We’re proud to reflect the rich diversity of the communities we serve, welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds. We proudly support Veterans, Service Leavers, Reservists, Cadet Volunteers, and military families, valuing their strength and dedication.

At DHU Healthcare, your skills, ideas and growth matter.

Join us and be part of something bigger.

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