Healthcare Assistant

Servisource; Sligo; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible hours

Training & development

Opportunity to work across settings

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

Servisource Healthcare is recruiting Healthcare Assistants to support services in Sligo. Join a supportive team and gain experience across multiple healthcare settings while delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

Competitive hourly rates from €18.01 to €22.57, with premium Sundays and holidays. Weekly pay and access to in-house training. Garda Vetting will be required as part of recruitment.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support or equivalent qualifications.
• Minimum of 120 hours of clinical placement or relevant healthcare experience.
• Three satisfactory employment references.
• Current Patient Moving & Handling and Basic Life Support (CPR) certification, or willingness to complete/update training.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Full driver’s license and access to vehicle (where required).
• Eligibility to work in Ireland and Garda Vetting will be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care while promoting dignity, independence, and choice.
• Assist service users with activities of daily living, including personal care where required.
• Support mobility and safe moving and handling practices.
• Monitor and report changes in service users' condition to healthcare staff.
• Work with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Adhere to infection prevention, safeguarding, and health and safety policies.
• Support service users in maintaining comfort, wellbeing and quality of life.
• Deliver care in a respectful, compassionate, and professional manner.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Infection prevention

Health and safety awareness

Education

QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support or equivalent

Job description

Servisource Healthcare is currently recruiting Healthcare Assistants to support healthcare services in Sligo. We are seeking compassionate, reliable, and dedicated individuals who are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team and gain valuable experience across a variety of healthcare settings.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Servisource Healthcare is unable to provide employment permits, visa sponsorship, or relocation assistance for this role. Applications will only be considered from candidates who currently hold the legal right to work in Ireland.

WHY JOIN US?

• Competitive rates of pay starting from €18.01 - €22.57 per hour.
• Premium rates for Sundays, Public Holidays, and eligible qualifications.
• Flexible working arrangements to fit around your availability and lifestyle.
• Weekly pay with reliable and timely payments.
• Support from our dedicated Bookings Team available until 11:00 PM.
• Statutory Sick Pay in line with relevant guidelines.
• Opportunities to work across a variety of public and private healthcare settings.
• Access to our award-winning online booking platform.
• Comprehensive in-house training and development.
• A rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients every day.

REQUIREMENTS

• QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support, Health Service Skills, Community Care, Nursing Studies/Pre-Nursing, or an equivalent qualification.
• A minimum of 120 hours completed clinical placement or relevant healthcare experience.
• A minimum of three satisfactory employment references.
• Current Patient Moving & Handling and Basic Life Support (CPR) certification, or willingness to complete/update training as required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Full driver's licence and access to your own vehicle (where required).
• Eligibility to work in Ireland.
• Garda Vetting will be required as part of the recruitment process.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care while promoting dignity, independence, and choice.
• Assist service users with activities of daily living, including personal care where required.
• Support individuals with mobility needs and safe moving and handling practices.
• Monitor and report changes in a service user's condition to the appropriate healthcare professional.
• Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Maintain accurate records and complete all required documentation.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control, safeguarding, and health and safety policies at all times.
• Support service users in maintaining their comfort, wellbeing, and quality of life.
• Deliver care in a respectful, compassionate, and professional manner.