Healthcare Assistant
Core
Assist patients with personal care, mobility, and basic clinical support in a hospital setting.
Role type
Healthcare Assistant (Clinical Support)
Builds
Patient care services for private hospital patients
Domain
Healthcare / Private Hospital
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
patient hygiene assistance, mobility support, vital signs monitoring, wound care setup, catheter care assistance, clinical area preparation, safeguarding knowledge, infection control procedures
Preferred skills
NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, previous care or health support experience
Technologies
basic IT systems
Responsibilities
assist patients with washing, dressing, toileting, and oral care; help patients with eating and drinking; record routine observations like blood pressure and glucose levels; support basic clinical procedures including wound care and catheter care; prepare and maintain clinical equipment and areas; collaborate with nurses and doctors to support patient care