Care Worker - Orthopaedic

Mediclinic; Worcester; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Care Worker to support nursing staff in delivering quality patient care in Worcester, Western Cape. Responsibilities include assisting with care delivery, reporting risks, and providing administrative support. This role requires appropriate qualifications and experience in a healthcare environment to enhance patient experiences.

Qualifications

• Essential education: Qualification as a Care Worker required.
• Desired education: Grade 12 for potential candidates.
• Experience in a healthcare environment essential.

Responsibilities

• Support nursing unit staff in delivering quality patient care.
• Report risks in line with hospital policies.
• Provide administrative support to nursing staff.

Skills

Understanding of stock control principles

Reporting and documenting events / tasks

Knowledge of Medico, legal risks

Knowledge of administrative tasks

Understanding of patient care principles

Education

Appropriate qualification as a Care Worker

Grade 12

Job description

Job Location : Western Cape, Worcester Deadline : July 04, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

• To support nursing unit staff in delivering safe and quality patient care that promotes and meets the healthcare needs of patients

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Support and assist nursing unit staff in the delivery of quality patient care within a team approach
• Identify and report risks in line with hospital policies
• Contribute to a positive patient experience through assisting the nursing unit staff
• Provide administrative support to the nursing unit staff as specified
• Contribute to a learning environment that builds staff competence by participating in continuous personal development
• Ensure that required stock is utilised efficiently and accurately charged

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION : An appropriate qualification as a Care Worker

DESIRED EDUCATION : Grade 12

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Essential minimum experience : Experience in a healthcare environment

DESIRED EXPERIENCE : None

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Understanding of stock control principles
• Reporting and documenting events / tasks
• Knowledge of Medico,legal risks
• Knowledge of administrative tasks
• Understanding of patient experience aspects
• Understanding of patient care principles
• Application of infection prevention and control principles