Health Care Assistant Edinburgh, Scotland
Job description
Job Title: Healthcare Assistant at Edinburgh's 2023 Highest-Rated Care Home.
Duties:
- Assist healthcare professionals in providing care and support to patients
- Help patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating
- Take and record vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature
- Administer medications under the supervision of a nurse or physician
- Assist in the collection of specimens for laboratory testing
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients
- Provide emotional support and companionship to patients
- Assist with patient transportation within the healthcare facility
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of a certified nursing assistant (CNA) program preferred
- Previous experience in a healthcare setting is a plus
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate and caring attitude towards patients
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Basic knowledge of medical terminology and procedures
Benefits:
- Competitive pay rates based on experience and qualifications
- Opportunities for career advancement within the healthcare field
- Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development
- Flexible work schedules to accommodate personal needs
- Health insurance coverage options available
If you are passionate about providing quality care to patients and making a difference in their lives, we encourage you to apply for the position of Healthcare Assistant. Join our dedicated team of healthcare professionals today!
Job Types: Zero hours contract, Permanent, Part-time, Full-time
Part-time hours: 0-37.5 per week
Salary: £12.75-£13.25 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Loyalty bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Edinburgh, EH10 6DP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- Care home: 1 year (preferred)
- Home care: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
- English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
