HCA

Box Leisure Recruitment Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking an Outpatients Healthcare Assistant in Leeds, England. The role involves supporting registered healthcare professionals in delivering direct patient care and ensuring a compassionate environment for patients and their families. The ideal candidate should have experience in patient care and the ability to support nursing staff in various responsibilities. A transport or a close living location to work sites is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting healthcare professionals in direct patient care.
• Ability to maintain a compassionate approach towards patients.
• Transport availability or proximity to work locations.

Responsibilities

• Support registered nursing staff in executing care plans.
• Maintain a nurturing environment for patients and families.
• Assist in decontamination processes of medical instruments.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Box Healthcare 'Your Pathway to Excellence Starts Here'

Job Title

Outpatients Healthcare Assistant (HCA)

Reports To

Outpatients team Lead based Yorkshire. Must have transport or be based close to locations for the commute 1 x HCA pontefract 19 hrs 1 x HCA thorpe park 28.5 hrs

Purpose

The health care worker is a member of the care team appointed to support the registered healthcare professional in the delivery of direct patient care. The role involves contact on a physical and psychological level with patients and their families. The post holder will undertake a range of activities under the supervision of a healthcare professional, having been assessed and deemed competent in the activities required.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support registered nursing staff and consultants in the implementation of an agreed plan of care with the patient and in accordance with instructions and training received per local and national policies and guidelines including JAG.
• Help promote and maintain an environment conducive to meeting the needs of the patient/relatives and carers.
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