Healthcare Assistant (Renal)

Ang Mo Kio-Thye Hua Kwan Hospital Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded hospital in Singapore seeks a Patient Care Assistant to support the Dialysis Centre. Responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, assisting nursing staff during treatments, and maintaining equipment. Ideal candidates possess relevant healthcare certifications and strong interpersonal skills, capable of working in a team-oriented environment and rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Ability to work 6 days a week in rotating shifts, including weekends and Public Holidays.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as assisting patients effectively and safely.
• Previous healthcare experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document Patient Assessment including vital signs, fluid balance monitoring and evaluating treatment response.
• Assist nursing staff with haemodialysis cannulation and needle removal in accordance with established guidelines.
• Furnish Patient Care & Safety support for personal hygiene, mobility, comfort needs.
• Assist in monitoring patient condition and report abnormalities during dialysis treatments.
• Follow emergency protocols on assisting in dialysis-related emergencies.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Minimum GCE ‘N’ or ‘O’ Level Certification

Relevant certificate in Healthcare Support

Job description

Job Purpose:

You are responsible within the Dialysis Centre (s) for Patient Management as well as the Equipment and Environmental Management.

Responsibilities:

Patient Care and Support

• Conduct and document Patient Assessment including vital signs, fluid balance monitoring and evaluating treatment response.

• Assist nursing staff with haemodialysis cannulation and needle removal in accordance with established guidelines and best practices.

• Furnish Patient Care & Safety support for personal hygiene, mobility, comfort needs

• Assist in monitoring patient condition and report patient abnormalities before, during and after dialysis treatments.

• Follow established emergency and protocols on assisting in dialysis-related emergencies such as hypotension, machine malfunctions.

Equipment and Environmental Management

• Sterilisation of dialysis equipment and the surrounding environment.

• Preparation of dialysis machines, including connection, setup and priming before treatment sessions.

• Maintain environmental cleanliness.

• Report any equipment malfunction faults or issues promptly.

• Assist in maintaining consumable stock levels.

• Assist in medical materials administration.

Tasks and duties

• Perform any other ad hoc duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum GCE ‘N’ or ‘O’ Level Certification, or relevant certificate in Healthcare Support.

• Ability to work 6 days a week in rotating shifts, including weekends and Public Holidays.

• Ability to perform physical tasks such as assisting patients effectively and safely.

• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team.

• Previous healthcare experience is preferred.