Health Care Assistant Cambridge, East of England, England
Job description
About us
We are professional and agile.
Our work environment includes:
- Growth opportunities
- Casual work attire
- Relaxed atmosphere
Job Title: Healthcare Assistant
Responsibilities:
- Assisting healthcare professionals in providing care to patients
- Taking vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature
- Assisting with patient mobility and transfers
- Providing personal care, such as bathing and dressing
- Assisting with meal preparation and feeding
- Monitoring and documenting patient health status
- Ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients
- Assisting with medical procedures under the supervision of healthcare professionals
- Providing emotional support to patients and their families
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred, but not required
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Compassionate and caring attitude towards patients
- Ability to follow instructions and protocols accurately
- Basic knowledge of medical terminology and procedures
- Physical stamina to perform tasks that may require lifting or assisting with patient mobility
We offer competitive pay rates, flexible scheduling options, and opportunities for career growth within the healthcare field. If you are passionate about helping others and making a difference in people's lives, we encourage you to apply for the position of Healthcare Assistant.
To apply, please submit your resume along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our dedicated team of healthcare professionals.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temporary contract, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm, Freelance, Zero hours contract, Internship
Contract length: 6 months
Part-time hours: 40 per week
Salary: £13.00-£15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- UK visa sponsorship
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:
- Bonus scheme
- Commission pay
- Performance bonus
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Care home: 1 year (preferred)
- Home care: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
- English (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Cambridge (required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Cambridge: Relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Professional and Character References will be required following interview.
