Healthcare Assistant - 12 Months Fixed Term
Core
Provide direct personal care and support to patients in an outpatient clinic setting, assisting with hygiene, mobility, and basic clinical observations.
Role type
Healthcare Assistant (Clinical Support)
Builds
Patient care services for outpatient departments
Domain
Private Healthcare / Clinical Support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Patient hygiene assistance, mobility support, vital signs monitoring, wound care setup, infection control, safeguarding, equipment preparation
Preferred skills
NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, previous care or health support experience
Responsibilities
Assist patients with personal hygiene, washing, dressing, toileting, and oral care; Help patients with eating, drinking, and nutritional support; Carry out routine observations such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and blood glucose; Support basic clinical procedures including wound care and catheter care; Prepare and maintain clinical areas and equipment; Work collaboratively with nurses, doctors, and therapists
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on support role
