Healthcare Assistant - Oxford
Core
Provide personalized end-of-life care to patients in the comfort of their own homes, supporting symptom management and maintaining a safe care environment.
Role type
Healthcare Assistant (End-of-Life Care)
Builds
Personalized care plans for patients in central and south Oxfordshire
Domain
Healthcare / Social Care / Palliative Care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Personal care assistance, skin integrity monitoring, nutrition and hydration support, mobility assistance, symptom management observation, care plan implementation, escalation of concerns to clinical professionals, basic IT skills for care recording systems
Preferred skills
NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care, valid driving licence with business insurance, experience in health or social care settings, understanding of person-centred care
Responsibilities
Assist with personal care, skin integrity, nutrition, hydration, mobility, and rest; observe and respond to changes in patient condition; communicate sensitively with patients and families; travel up to 25 miles across south Oxfordshire for home visits
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC
