Health Care Assistant

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant to support patients and healthcare professionals in delivering high\-quality care. The successful candidate will assist patients with daily living activities, monitor their well\-being, maintain a clean and safe environment, and provide emotional support while ensuring dignity, privacy, and respect at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.


• Support patients with mobility and safe transfers using appropriate equipment and techniques.


• Assist with feeding and hydration where required.


• Monitor and record patients' vital signs, observations, and changes in condition.


• Report concerns or significant changes in patients' health to nursing staff or supervisors.


• Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable care environment.


• Assist in preparing patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures.


• Support patients with social and emotional needs to promote well\-being.


• Follow infection prevention and control procedures at all times.


• Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with organizational policies.


• Adhere to health and safety regulations, confidentiality requirements, and professional standards.


• Work collaboratively with nurses, doctors, therapists, and other healthcare team members.

• Certificate, Diploma, or relevant qualification in Healthcare Assistance, Nursing Assistance, or a related field.


• Previous experience in a healthcare or caregiving role is desirable.


• Knowledge of basic patient care procedures and infection control practices.


• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.


• Compassionate, patient\-centered approach to care.


• Physical ability to assist with patient mobility and daily care activities.


• Basic computer and record\-keeping skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


• Empathy and compassion.


• Teamwork and collaboration.


• Attention to detail.


• Time management and organizational skills.


• Problem\-solving abilities.


• Professionalism and integrity.

• May involve shift work, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.


• Requires prolonged standing, walking, and assisting with patient movement.


• Exposure to healthcare environments and infection control protocols.

Registered Nurse, Senior Healthcare Assistant, Ward Manager, or Clinical Supervisor.

Salary

Competitive and commensurate with qualifications, experience, and organizational policies.

Pay: £12\.71\-£13\.50 per hour

Licence/Certification:

• Valid UK RTW (required)

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