Health Care Assistant - £13/hour

Health Care Assistant - £13/hour Orpington, England

Rivet care
Full Time Orpington, England 13 - 18 GBP HOURLY Today
Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our healthcare team. As an HCA, you will play a critical role in supporting the physical and emotional well-being of our patients. You will work closely with other healthcare professionals, including doctors and nurses, to provide high-quality care to our patients.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Providing personal care and support to patients, including feeding, washing, dressing, and toileting. • Assisting with mobility and transfers, including the use of hoists and wheelchairs. • Monitoring patients' vital signs and reporting any changes to the nurse or doctor. • Helping to maintain a clean and safe environment for patients, including changing bed linen and disposing of waste. • Supporting patients' emotional well-being by providing companionship and conversation. • Assisting with basic medical procedures, such as taking blood pressure and administering medication. • Documenting patient care and reporting any concerns to the nurse or doctor. • Participating in team meetings and contributing to the development of care plans.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent. • Completion of an accredited HCA training program or relevant experience. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Compassionate and empathetic nature. • Ability to work in a team environment. • Basic medical knowledge and familiarity with medical terminology. • Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information. • Physical fitness and ability to perform manual tasks. • Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Job Types: Temporary contract, Freelance, Part-time, Full-time
Part-time hours: 35-40 per week

Salary: £13.00-£18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Flexitime

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Every weekend
  • Flexitime
  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift
  • Overtime
  • Weekend availability
  • Weekends only

Supplemental pay types:

  • Yearly bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Orpington, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

  • Do you have all the practical care training certificates?
  • How many months of Healthcare experience do you have In United Kingdom?
  • Do you have professional Indemnity Insurance Certificate?
  • Do you have Occupational Health Status & Exposure Prone Status?

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

Health Care Assistant - £13/hour
Rivet care

rivetcare.co.uk
Southall, United Kingdom
Unknown / Non-Applicable
Unknown
Company - Public
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