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Job description

A healthcare assistant job description typically includes the following responsibilities and requirements:

Responsibilities:

• Providing basic patient care, including assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
• Assisting with patient mobility, including transferring and positioning patients
• Measuring and recording vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate
• Supporting nursing and medical staff with various procedures and treatments
• Keeping patient rooms and equipment clean and organized
• Providing emotional support and companionship to patients and their families
• Documenting patient care and maintaining accurate medical records
• Adhering to ethical and professional standards, including maintaining patient confidentiality and respecting patient autonomy
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education activities

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a healthcare assistant training program or equivalent experience
• Basic knowledge of healthcare practices and procedures
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Physical stamina and ability to lift and move patients and equipment
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning

Keep in mind that specific job requirements and responsibilities may vary depending on the healthcare setting and level of experience required for the position.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temporary contract, Zero hours contract

Salary: £18,359.76-£29,518.98 per year

Benefits:

• Flexitime
• Language training provided
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Every weekend
• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Performance bonus
• Tips
• Yearly bonus

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 0208042023