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Healthcare Assistant

Denizns
Full-time
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Chelmsford, United Kingdom

Full Time Healthcare Assistant Job Description

The Healthcare Assistant is responsible for providing personal care and support to patients in a care setting. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, patient, and strongly desire to help others.

Responsibilities of the Healthcare Assistant include:

  • Providing personal care to patients, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
  • Assisting with meals and snacks
  • Monitoring patient vital signs and reporting any changes to the nurse
  • Administering medications and treatments, as directed by the nurse
  • Encouraging patients to participate in activities and socialize with others
  • Maintaining a clean and safe environment
  • Documenting patient care in the medical record

Qualifications for the Healthcare Assistant position include:

  • Current CPR certification
  • 1-2 years of experience working in a healthcare setting
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to lift and move patients
  • Dignity and respect for all patients
  • Commitment to safeguarding

If you are interested in the Healthcare Assistant position, please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you!