Health Care Assistant - Medical SDEC (Ambulatory) | Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust


Company:	Southend University Hospital NHS Trust
Salary:	£25,760 Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Basildon, SS16 5NL
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	3 Aug 2026
Closing date:	2 Sept 2026

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Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for aBand 3 Healthcare Assistantto join the expandingSame Day Emergency Care (SDEC)service.

SDEC provides rapid assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for patients with acute medical conditions, enabling many patients to be treated and discharged on the same day, avoiding unnecessary hospital admissions.

As a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant, you will work as part of the multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality, compassionate, and patient-centred care. You will support patients throughout their SDEC journey by undertaking clinical observations, performing delegated clinical procedures within your competencies, assisting with personal care needs, supporting diagnostic investigations, and helping to maintain effective patient flow through the service.

We are looking for a motivated, caring, and flexible individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering an excellent patient experience.

Please note:We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a sufficient number of suitable applications be received.

Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

As a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant within Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC), you will work as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality, compassionate, and patient-centred care to patients with acute medical conditions.

You will undertake a range of clinical duties, including performing and recording patient observations, ECGs, phlebotomy, venepuncture, and supporting patients through investigations and treatments following appropriate training and competency assessment. You will assist in the delivery and ongoing review of patient care, ensuring high standards are maintained throughout the patient's journey.

The role will also involve supporting patient flow through the department, helping to ensure patients receive timely assessment, treatment, and discharge. In addition, you will provide administrative support and cover for the Ward Clerk during periods of absence to help maintain the smooth running of the service.

Working closely with nursing, medical, and allied health professionals, you will contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, embracing new ways of working and supporting the ongoing development of the SDEC service.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional, friendly, and highly committed team dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care and improving patient experience.

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust

Are you looking for an exciting Medical SDEC Co-ordinator role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

This advert closes on Sunday 9 Aug 2026

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