Healthcare Assistant - Blackpool

Unikcare Solutions; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading home care agency is seeking a compassionate Healthcare Assistant in Blackpool. You will provide personal care, assist with daily living activities, and support service users in maintaining their independence. The role requires a flexible approach and strong communication skills. You will work primarily in Blackpool but may need to cover emergencies elsewhere. This position offers both full-time and part-time options.

Qualifications

• Full British driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Previous experience of working in care.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to service users with various impairments.
• Assist with medication collection and administration.
• Maintain accurate records and report changes in health.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Flexible approach

Initiative

Problem-solving

Communication

Active listening

Adaptability

Education

Training related to personal care

Job description

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Company Description

Unikcare Solutions Ltd is a domiciliary care agency providing high-quality care services to people living in their homes. We are based in Morecambe, and currently provide home care services in Lancashire and Cumbria.

Our services are person-centred and professional, focused on meeting individual needs and adapting as dictated by the person(s) involved, in a cost-effective and timely manner. We provide care in your own home, at times convenient to you, and in the ways you find most agreeable.

We strive to support the independence of individuals and enable them to remain in their homes for as long as possible.

Job Description

1. Provide personal care to service users with a wide range of impairments and actively listen to service users to promote and support their independent living, including giving baths, changing, and feeding.
2. Meet various additional needs of service users, including general tidying and light cleaning duties to maintain a comfortable and healthy living environment, helping with meal planning, shopping, and providing companionship.
3. Support service users with mobility issues, including assistance with independent living aids and equipment.
4. Assist service users to communicate with professionals like utility providers and to access appointments and visits, which may include staying with them throughout the appointment.
5. Liaise with GPs, pharmacists, and families regarding care and medication needs.
6. Assist with the collection and administration of medication.
7. Ensure accurate and timely administration of medication as prescribed.
8. Work within company policy regarding handling of service users' finances, ensuring meticulous documentation of all financial transactions.
9. Report errors or concerns regarding medication or finances promptly to team leaders and management.
10. Maintain accurate records, including daily handovers, care details, and concerns or complaints from service users.
11. Report changes in health and wellbeing of service users promptly.
12. Report incidents and accidents, however minor, to team leaders or management promptly.
13. Understand and apply all company policies and procedures related to the role to promote safe working practices and legal compliance.
14. Maintain confidentiality regarding all aspects of the role, including service users' identity and health status.
15. Maintain clear communication with management to ensure proper information sharing.

Key Attributes, Essential

• Full British driving licence with no more than 6 points, own fully road-legal car, and business insurance.

Desired Attributes

• Previous experience of working in care.
• Previous training related to personal care.

Person Specification

• Attention to detail.
• Self-motivated to keep learning and upskilling to meet care needs.
• Flexible approach to work.
• Initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Active listening and adaptability.

Additional Information

You will be assigned a region within Blackpool upon starting. You will mainly work in this region but may be asked to provide emergency cover elsewhere. You will have 2 days off weekly, with days decided based on team needs and discussed at the interview. Applications may close early if suitable candidates are found.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.25 per hour

Expected hours: 1-45 per week

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Home Health Care Services