Health Care Assistant

Responsibilities:
- Assisting healthcare professionals in providing care to patients
- Taking vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature
- Assisting with patient hygiene, including bathing and dressing
- Assisting with patient mobility, such as transferring and positioning
- Monitoring and documenting patient information, such as symptoms and medication administration
- Assisting with medical procedures, under the supervision of healthcare professionals
- Providing emotional support to patients and their families
- Maintaining a clean and organized healthcare environment

Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of a healthCare Assistant training program or relevant certification is preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Compassionate and empathetic towards patients
- Ability to follow instructions and protocols accurately
- Basic knowledge of medical terminology and procedures is a plus

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, qualifications, or benefits. The employer reserves the right to modify the job description based on the needs of the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 48 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Saltash: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Care home: 1 year (preferred)
• Home care: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person