Health Care Assistant - Sunderland, United Kingdom - smartshifts ltd

smartshifts ltd
smartshifts ltd
Verified Company
Sunderland, United Kingdom

4 weeks ago

Tom O´Connor

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter
Description

Responsibilities:

  • Assist healthcare professionals in providing care to patients
  • Perform basic medical procedures such as taking vital signs and collecting specimens
  • Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges
  • Maintain patient records and update medical charts
  • Ensure a clean and safe environment for patients
  • Provide emotional support and comfort to patients and their families
  • Assist with patient mobility and activities of daily living
  • Follow infection control protocols and maintain aseptic techniques

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Completion of a healthcare assistant or nursing assistant training program is preferred
  • Previous experience in a healthcare setting is a plus
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work well in a team environment
  • Compassionate and empathetic nature
  • Basic knowledge of medical terminology and procedures
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively


Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.


Job Type:
Freelance


Salary:
£11.00-£17.31 per hour


Expected hours:
per week


Schedule:

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

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:

  • Sunderland, Tyne and Wear (preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Sunderland, Tyne and Wear: Relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location:
In person
More jobs from smartshifts ltd
See all jobs of smartshifts ltd