Healthcare Assistant | Flexible | Immediate Start

Access Healthcare; Sligo; Hybrid; EUR 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift flexibility

Night shifts available

Competitive pay

Extension of hours potential

Weekly pay

Job summary

Access Healthcare in Sligo is seeking a compassionate Healthcare Assistant to join a dedicated care team, delivering high-quality support to residents and aiding nursing staff. Key responsibilities include helping with personal care, meals, mobility, creating a safe environment, and encouraging social activities.

Applicants should have excellent communication skills, at least 150 hours experience in an Irish healthcare setting, and FETAC Level 5 (minimum 3 modules).

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• At least 150 hours relevant experience in an Irish healthcare setting.
• FETAC Level 5 – Minimum 3 Modules.

Responsibilities

• Support patients with daily care needs: personal hygiene, meals, mobility.
• Assist nursing staff by monitoring patient health and providing updates.
• Create a safe, comforting environment for patients and families.
• Encourage social activities to enhance patient well-being.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Compassionate and caring

Energetic and forward-thinking

Education

FETAC Level 5 – Minimum 3 Modules

Job description

Healthcare Assistant

• Lucrative Rates of Pay
• Dedicated Consultant to Listen to Your Needs
• Professional Development Opportunities

Join Our Team in Sligo!

Our Clients are on the hunt for a caring, empathetic, and reliable Healthcare Assistant. You will become a member of their care team, delivering and ensuring the highest levels of care to residents. If you have a caring heart and a drive to help others, this could be the perfect role for you!

Key Responsibilities of a HCA:

• Support patients with daily care needs: personal hygiene, meals, mobility
• Assist nursing staff by monitoring patient health and providing updates
• Create a safe, comforting environment for patients and families
• Encourage social activities to enhance patient well-being

Benefits of a HCA:

• Flexibility & Freedom of shift selection
• Line of work – Nights
• Competitive rates of pay
• Opportunity for extension of hours
• Paid weekly

Location:

Sligo

Requirements of a HCA:

• Excellent communication skills
• At least 150 hours relevant experience in an Irish healthcare setting
• FETAC Level 5 – Minimum 3 Modules
• Forward-thinking & self-motivated
• Energetic with a compassionate and caring nature.

Rates of pay of a HCA:

€15-€20 per hour Day rate.

Enhanced Night rates & Sunday rates available.