Health Care Assistant - Leicester, United Kingdom - Bateleur Healthcare
Bateleur Healthcare
Leicester, United Kingdom
Verified Company
2 weeks ago
Description
Responsibilities:
- Assisting healthcare professionals in providing care to patients
- Taking and recording vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature
- Assisting with patient mobility and transfers
- Assisting with personal care tasks, such as bathing and dressing
- Monitoring and reporting changes in patient condition to the healthcare team
- Ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients
- Providing emotional support and companionship to patients
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of a healthcare assistant or nursing assistant training program is preferred
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team
- Compassionate and empathetic nature
- Ability to follow instructions and procedures accurately
- Physical stamina to perform tasks such as lifting and assisting with patient mobility
- Knowledge of basic medical terminology and procedures is a plus
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
£11.00-£12.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Onsite parking
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Commission pay
- Performance bonus
- Tips
- Yearly 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:
- Leicester (required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Leicester: Relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location:
In person
