Healthcare Assistant

Medco Recruitment Limited; Shottermill; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Medco Recruitment Limited is seeking compassionate Healthcare Assistants to join our team in the United Kingdom. You will support patients with personal care, mobility, and daily activities, while working closely with nurses and other healthcare professionals.

Candidates should have relevant healthcare training or experience, be able to work flexible shifts including nights, weekends and bank holidays, and be prepared for DBS checks and Right to Work verification.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare or care settings is preferred.
• Good communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• DBS check or willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
• Right to Work in the UK is required.

Responsibilities

• Support patients with personal care, mobility, nutrition and daily activities.
• Take basic observations and maintain accurate care records.
• Provide emotional support and maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Collaborate with nurses and other healthcare professionals.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Education

Healthcare training

Job description

Healthcare Assistant

We are seeking compassionate, reliable and experienced Healthcare Assistants to join our team.

Key responsibilities: Supporting patients with personal care, mobility, nutrition and daily activities; taking basic observations; providing emotional support; maintaining a safe and clean environment; completing care records; and working alongside nurses and other healthcare professionals.

Requirements:

• Relevant healthcare/care training and experience.
• Valid Right to Work in the UK.
• Current DBS certificate or willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Compassionate, respectful and professional approach.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends and bank holidays.
• Relevant care qualifications are desirable.

Applicants must provide evidence of their training, identity, Right to Work and DBS status as part of the recruitment process.