Health Care Assistant

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Full timePer hour
Location: Bury St
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Job offered by: Maven Healthcare
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Job Overview We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will provide essential support to patients in various healthcare settings, including care homes and home care environments. Your primary focus will be on assisting individuals with their daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and well-being while adhering to care plans and promoting independence. Duties Assist patients with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming. Support individuals with mobility and physical activities, ensuring safety at all times. Help in the preparation and serving of meals, ensuring dietary requirements are met. Monitor and record vital signs as directed by healthcare professionals. Communicate effectively with patients to understand their needs and provide emotional support. Maintain accurate records of patient care and report any changes in condition to the nursing staff. Follow care plans meticulously to ensure each patient's specific needs are met. Drive patients to appointments or activities as required, ensuring safe transportation. Skills Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written, to interact effectively with patients and colleagues. Ability to drive is advantageous for transporting patients when necessary. Familiarity with IT systems for maintaining patient records and documentation is beneficial. Experience in a care home or home care setting is preferred but not essential. Understanding of care plans and the ability to follow them accurately is crucial. Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to help others are essential qualities for success in this role. If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Healthcare Assistant. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £11.44-£12.15 per hour Expected hours: 36 per week Schedule: Monday to Friday Education: GCSE or equivalent (preferred) Experience: Care home: 1 year (preferred) Home care: 1 year (preferred) Language: English (preferred) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (preferred) Work Location: In person

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