HealthCare Assistant

MedGen Healthcare Ltd; Ulster; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Travel reimbursements

Accommodation reimbursements

Referral rewards

Support system

Job summary

MedGen Healthcare Ireland is seeking Healthcare Assistants to fill multiple positions across County Donegal. You will support the nursing team to deliver person-centred care and engage residents with their interests and activities.

Applicants should hold a QQI Level 5 in healthcare, have at least 6 months’ experience, and demonstrate excellent communication skills. Fluency in English and eligibility to work in Ireland are required.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 qualification in healthcare (or equivalent).
• Minimum of 6 months experience in a healthcare environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Can work independently and/or part of a team.
• Valid eligibility to work in the Republic of Ireland.
• Fluent level of English, both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the nursing staff and team in delivering quality person-centred care to meet the needs of residents.
• Getting to know residents’ interests and needs providing attention, support and companionship.
• Enabling and assisting residents to maintain their personal appearance /hygiene needs whilst always maintaining their dignity.
• Participating, organising and carrying out social activities.
• Assisting in the upkeep of high standards of cleanliness in the home.
• Contributing to the maintenance of Health and Safety in the home.
• Any other duties deemed necessary by Nurse in Charge and management.

Skills

QQI Level 5 healthcare

6 months healthcare experience

Excellent communication

Independent & team work

English fluent

Education

QQI Level 5 healthcare

Job description

Pay:

€20.00 - €45.00 per hour

MedGen Healthcare Ireland are looking for Healthcare Assistants, for a number of positions across County Donegal

Role Requirements:

• Supporting the nursing staff and team in delivering quality person-centred care to meet the needs of residents

• Getting to know residents’ interests and needs providing attention, support and companionship

• Enabling and assisting residents to maintain their personal appearance /hygiene needs whilst always maintaining their dignity

• Participating, organising and carrying out social activities

• Assisting in the upkeep of high standards of cleanliness in the home

• Contributing to the maintenance of Health and Safety in the home

• Any other duties deemed necessary by Nurse in Charge and management

Candidate Requirements:

• QQI Level 5 qualification in healthcare (or equivalent)

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a healthcare environment

• Excellent communication skills

• Can work independently and/or part of a team

• Valid eligibility to work in the Republic of Ireland

• Fluent level of English, both written and oral

Why Work with MedGen?

We know that, to achieve our vision, it is our people who will make the big difference.

In order to attract the strongest talent, we offer a competitive reward and benefits package.

• We offer competitive unmatched rates of pay

• Flexible working to suit your lifestyle - Take control of when you want to work

• Travel and accommodation reimbursements

• Referral reward schemes

• Support when you need it