Healthcare Assistant

JOB-20241107-9d6c459f

Job Title: Locum Healthcare Assistant
Specialism: General Patient Care
Job Location: Somerset
Salary: £16.50 Hourly
Type: Locum, Full Time or Part Time, Ongoing

Locum Healthcare Assistant within Healthcare Assistant in Somerset, earning £16.50 per hour. Full Time or Part Time positions available. This ongoing opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a positive contribution to patient care. Become an essential part of our dedicated healthcare team in Somerset, where your skills and compassion will help improve patients' lives every day.

Perks and benefits:

- Hourly Salary: Enjoy a competitive hourly rate of £16.50, allowing you to financially benefit from every hour worked.
- Flexibility: As a locum, you can choose shifts that fit your lifestyle, providing an ideal work-life balance.
- Experience Variety: Work in multiple healthcare settings and gain diverse experience that enhances your professional growth.
- Networking Opportunities: Build connections across the healthcare industry, opening doors for future career advancement.
- Skill Development: Continuously develop your skills with access to various training opportunities.

What you will do:

- Assist patients with personal care needs including washing, dressing, toileting, eating, and ensuring mobility support.
- Monitor and record vital observations such as temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation, upholding high clinical standards.
- Support patients’ nutrition and hydration needs, ensuring they are comfortable and well-cared for.
- Assist with moving and handling patients, using appropriate equipment to ensure safety.
- Keep precise patient records and communicate any changes in a patient's condition to registered nurses or healthcare professionals swiftly.
- Uphold infection control procedures to maintain a safe and clean environment.
- Aid in admissions, discharges, and patient transfers, ensuring smooth transitions for patients.
- Provide emotional support to patients and their families, maintaining dignity, respect, and privacy.
- Collaboratively work as a part of a multidisciplinary team, enhancing patient care through teamwork.
- Adhere to organisational policies and health and safety regulations, safeguarding patients' well-being and confidentiality.

Working in Somerset is an opportunity not to be missed, with its rich history and stunning landscapes making it a beautiful place to settle in and thrive. Enjoy the balance of offering exceptional care while living in one of the UK's most picturesque regions. Embrace the adventure of Somerset; it's not just a place to work, but a wonderful place to call home.

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