Job Title: Support Worker / Healthcare Assistant
Job Description:
The Support Worker / Healthcare Assistant will assist the team with daily routines, including personal care and feeding. Candidates must have at least 6 months of care experience and demonstrate compassion.
Healthcare Assistants / Support Workers help with day-to-day patient care in homes, hospitals, or patients' own residences. They are vital team members in hospitals, care homes, and clinics.
If you are passionate about caring for people and making a positive impact, this role could be ideal for you. Employers seek friendly, caring individuals who understand and respect those needing healthcare support.
Previous care experience and/or qualifications are essential. You will work under the supervision of nursing staff alongside other healthcare assistants.
Typical duties include:
1. Assisting patients with washing, showering, or dressing
2. Serving food and helping patients eat
3. Making and changing beds
4. Turning patients to prevent pressure sores
5. Talking to patients to reduce anxiety
6. Helping patients move around
7. Assisting with toileting needs
8. Maintaining cleanliness of the ward or home
9. Managing supplies and equipment
Work may involve using mobility aids and escorting patients within hospital departments. With experience, you could participate in training new healthcare assistants.
We supply staff to NHS and private sectors, including roles such as Nurse, General Nurse, RGN, NMC registered Nurse, Band 5/6, HCA, Community Nurse, and specialist Nurses in A&E, Endoscopy, and Theatre.
Sirona Medical is a healthcare recruitment agency with an excellent reputation for providing reliable professionals across the UK. We pride ourselves on fast, friendly, high-quality service and thorough recruitment processes, ensuring we deliver top talent to our clients.
With over 60 years of combined experience, our dedicated recruiters are committed to exceeding your expectations and building strong relationships with both clients and candidates.
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