Healthcare Assistant (HCA) - Agency

Goodwill; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider is seeking enthusiastic Healthcare Assistants to support patients in their daily care needs in Darlington and Durham. Candidates should have a minimum of 6 months experience in a healthcare setting in the UK and must be eligible to work without sponsorship. This role involves providing compassionate support, monitoring patient conditions, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Flexible shifts available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months’ experience in a healthcare setting preferred in the UK.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship.
• Active DBS.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily care needs, including physical, emotional, and spiritual support.
• Monitor and document patients' conditions and report changes.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient monitoring

Communication with healthcare team

Emergency response

Education

Relevant healthcare qualifications or training

Job description

Overview

Assist patients with daily care needs, including physical, emotional, and spiritual support. Monitor and document patients' conditions and report changes. Assist in diagnostic tests and communicate results to healthcare providers. Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans. Respond promptly to patient needs and emergencies. Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients. Maintain professional communication with staff, external professionals, service users, and families. Are you a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant looking to make a difference in patient care? Goodwill Healthcare Services Limited (GHS CARE) is seeking multiple experienced and enthusiastic Healthcare Assistants to join our healthcare settings in Darlington and Durham on a rota and shift basis. Minimum of 6 months\' experience in a healthcare setting preferred in UK.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily care needs, including physical, emotional, and spiritual support
• Monitor and document patients\' conditions and report changes
• Assist in diagnostic tests and communicate results to healthcare providers
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans
• Respond promptly to patient needs and emergencies
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients
• Maintain professional communication with staff, external professionals, service users, and families

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months\' experience in a healthcare setting preferred in UK
• Relevant healthcare qualifications or training
• Must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship
• Driver (preferred but not essential)
• Active DBS

Details

• 12-hour shifts
• Days/Nights/Weekends
• Rota/Shift basis

Application

How to Apply: If you are passionate about providing excellent patient care and looking for a fresh start in a new setting, please submit your CV to us.

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