Healthcare Assistant

Seven Healthcare are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and motivated Healthcare Assistant to join our team in Bristol. The successful candidate will be integral to providing exceptional patient care within our healthcare setting.

Responsibilities:

1. Actively assisting healthcare professionals in delivering the highest quality patient care.

2. Administer basic care, such as assisting patients with personal hygiene, moving and handling, feeding, and continence care.

3. Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with patients, families and members of the healthcare team.

4. Monitor and record vital signs of patients including temperature, pulse, respirations and blood pressure.

5. Assist in maintaining a clean, safe and comfortable environment for patients.

6. Accompany patients to diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

7. Promote independence and support patients with activities of daily living.

Requirements:

1. Prior experience in a similar role or a relevant NVQ or equivalent qualification will be appreciated, though not mandatory as full training will be provided.

2. Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and empathetically.

3. Must be caring, compassionate, and patient-focused.

4. Ability to maintain a calm demeanour in stressful situations.

5. Must have a good understanding of confidentiality in line with the Data Protection Act.

6. Ability to work on a rota basis, which may include nights, weekends and bank holidays.

7. A current, clean DBS check will be required.

8. An up-to-date mandatory training certificate will be beneficial.

By joining our team, you will be contributing significantly to the lives of those you support. We are committed to providing a work environment that respects, supports, and promotes our employees.

We encourage and welcome applicants of all backgrounds to apply. This post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure check.

Please note your salary will meet National Minimum Wage requirements and will be reflective of your experience and qualifications.

Application Deadline: [To Be Determined]

Apply now to be a part of our dedicated healthcare team in Bristol!

Please note that due to the expected high volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to every applicant directly. If you have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful on this occasion.

Working with Seven Resourcing:

Established in 2011, Seven Resourcing is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of temporary and ad-hoc professionals. Rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot from 2000+ reviews, and with 20+ major recruitment awards, we take pride in knowing we can find you the best possible rates and a role you can be proud of.

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