Compassionate Health Care Assistant (39 hrs, Fixed Term)

Bon Secours Health System; Tralee; On-site; EUR 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Bon Secours Hospital in Tralee is seeking a Health Care Assistant for a 2-year fixed-term contract, 39 hours per week, with a salary of €36,651 per annum.

The role involves providing personal care and emotional support, assisting with daily activities, upholding dignity and infection control standards, and working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team. Successful candidates must commit to attaining FETAC Level 5 Healthcare Assistant within 1–2 years of joining.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory relevant acute hospital experience
• Commit to attain FETAC Level 5 Healthcare Assistant qualification within 1-2 years
• Knowledge of confidential patient information management
• Ability to carry out basic procedures under the direction of registered nursing staff
• Empathetic and caring approach to patients and relatives maintaining dignity and respect
• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Excellent patient care skills

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care and emotional support
• Supporting individuals with daily activities and independence
• Promoting dignity, respect and wellbeing
• Working as part of a supportive team alongside families and healthcare professionals
• Maintaining excellent Infection control standards
• Keeping an accurate daily record of all care delivered to our patients
• Monitoring all aspects of our patients care

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

FETAC Level 5 Healthcare Assistant

Job description

Bon Secours Hospital in Tralee is seeking a Health Care Assistant for a 2-year fixed-term contract, 39 hours per week, with a salary of €36,651 per annum.

The role involves providing personal care and emotional support, assisting with daily activities, upholding dignity and infection control standards, and working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team. Successful candidates must commit to attaining FETAC Level 5 Healthcare Assistant within 1–2 years of joining.