Healthcare Assistant

Westcare Homecare Ltd; Drummond Otra; On-site; EUR 26,174 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Bike to Work Scheme

Bonus schemes

Open door policy

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Family life balance

Career progression

Job summary

Westcare Homecare Ltd in Carrickmacross is recruiting a Healthcare Assistant to support nurses and deliver essential in-home care for clients in their own homes.

You will help with daily activities such as washing, dressing, feeding and mobility, monitor patients' condition, take vital signs, and report changes to the clinical team. The role emphasizes compassionate, dignity-preserving care with ongoing training and clear career progression.

Qualifications

• Basic patient care duties as part of home care support.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to clinical team.
• Maintain a clean, safe home environment and provide emotional support to patients.
• Relevant ongoing trainings and compliance with care standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care such as washing, dressing, feeding and mobility.
• Monitor patients' conditions and vital signs; report changes to the clinical team.
• Support a clean, safe environment and offer emotional support to patients.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Emotional support

Communication

Education

QQI Level 5

Job description

Westcare Homecare are recruiting for a Healthcare Assistant in Carrickmacross

About Us

Westcare Homecare is a trusted non-medical home care provider dedicated to supporting individuals in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes. We are committed to delivering exceptional, person-centred care that preserves dignity, promotes independence, and enhances quality of life.

We use a team-based approach to care, actively involving the individual, their families, and healthcare providers to ensure a cohesive and personalised care experience. At the heart of our service is a deep respect for collaboration and compassion.

Salary And Benefits

This position offers up to €21.50 an hour for qualified Healthcare Assistants.

• Ongoing training
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Bonus Schemes
• An open door policy
• Retirement Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Family Life Balance
• Consistent career progression and learning development

Your Responsibilities

A healthcare assistant supports nurses and other medical staff by providing basic patient care, such as helping with washing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. They monitor patients' conditions, take vital signs, and report any changes to the clinical team. Healthcare assistants also help maintain a clean and safe environment and offer emotional support to patients. Their role is essential in ensuring the comfort and dignity of those receiving care.

Requirements

• Completed in QQI Level 5, working towards or willing to commence
• Full clean Irish Driving License and access to own car
• Relevant experience in the Healthcare sector
• Up to date trainings (PMH, First Aid, HSE Land)