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Patient Services Assistant

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

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Location
Salary
£25,272 £25,272 Per Annum Pro Rata
Profession
Healthcare support worker
Grade
Band 2
Deadline
17 May 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
01 May 2026

Job overview

Patient Services Assistant

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individuals for this essential role to support the newly created Community Diagnostic Centre based in the city centre.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as an integral part of the team ensuring a high quality service to patients.

The main elements of the role are ensuring the delivery of general environmental cleaning all areas including responsibility for daily and weekly cleaning of patient equipment.

The post holder is expected to comply with Trust Infection Control Policies and conduct themselves at all times in such a manner as to minimise the risk of healthcare associated infection and comply with food safety and hygiene training.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Work with the Team, in partnership with the Hotel Services Supervisor, and Departmental supervision and management to contribute to the maintenance of a hygienic and clean environment for patients, staff and visitors to ensure the highest standards are met at all times.

For further details please see attached JD&PS.