Healthcare Assistant (Zero‑Hours Contract) in Oxford

Location: Thames Valley (Mobile Role)

Pay equivalent: £27,144 - up to £28,641 (prorata)

The Medinet Group is a leading independent healthcare provider delivering high‑quality clinical services across the UK and Ireland, comprising Acute Services (Medinet), Outpatient Specialist Services (HealthHarmonie), and Mental Health and Wellbeing Services (HH Minds). With over 20 years' experience, partnerships with more than 100 NHS Trusts, and more than 2 million patients treated, we have built a strong reputation for clinical excellence and operational delivery.

Due to continued growth, we are recruiting Healthcare Assistants on a zero-hours contract to support HealthHarmonie clinics across the Thames Valley region.

The Role

As a Healthcare Assistant at HealthHarmonie, you will support the effective day‑to‑day running of outpatient clinics. Your responsibilities will include:

• Collecting stock and equipment for clinics
• Setting up and preparing examination rooms for clinicians
• Acting as a chaperone during patient consultations and procedures
• Supporting clinic administration, ensuring reports are completed accurately and outcomes recorded
• Assisting with wider administrative tasks as required

Your role will be vital in ensuring clinics run smoothly and that patients receive a compassionate, efficient, and high‑quality experience. This is a mobile role, and you will be required to travel to clinic locations throughout the Thames Valley, depending on service demand and operational requirements. Services operate seven days a week, and work will be offered on a zero-hours basis, with shifts typically between 07:00/07:30 and 17:30/18:00. Availability to work across weekdays and weekends is essential.

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• IT literate and confident using computer systems
• A strong commitment to delivering high‑quality patient care
• Flexible, reliable, and comfortable working in a mobile role
• Previous administration experience is desirable but not essential.

Training & Compliance

Successful candidates will complete a comprehensive two‑week training programme from day one, equipping them with all the skills and knowledge required for the Healthcare Assistant role. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level and verification of right‑to‑work documentation.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay equivalent to £27,144, rising to £28,641 when trained and signed off in additional disciplines (prorata)
• Travel allowance: 45p per mile
• Flexible working via a zero-hours contract
• Ongoing training and development, including progression to NVQ Level 3
• Career development opportunities within a growing organisation
• Quarterly bonuses (subject to eligibility)
• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (prorata)
• Pension scheme
• NHS employee discounts

Our Culture

By joining HealthHarmonie, you will be part of the essential infrastructure that supports patient care across the UK. Every role contributes directly to our success and our patients' experience. We value flexibility, ownership, continuous learning, and a proactive approach to personal development and career progression.

Safeguarding & Recruitment Statement

Safeguarding is fundamental to everything we do. We operate a robust Safer Recruitment process, and all roles are subject to appropriate background, DBS, and reference checks. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all service users in line with statutory guidance, including the Mental Capacity Act 2005. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.