Healthcare Assistant: (Company Name - Subscribers only)

(Company Name - Subscribers only) (Africare) is a leading healthcare company specialising in home-based care and the provision of temporary agency staff within the healthcare sector. Our rigorous recruitment and selection process ensures that we employ only the most qualified professionals.

We are currently seeking talented and dedicated Qualified Healthcare Assistants to join our team, providing essential support in the Dublin North area and City.

Requirements:

Full QQI Level 5 Award or equivalent.
Up-to-date People Moving & Handling Certificate and
First Aid Certificate.
Hand Hygiene for Clinical Staff or Infection
Prevention & Control Certificate.
Flexibility and reliability are a must.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to perform well under pressure.
Valid Driver’s License.

At Africare, we pride ourselves on maintaining a personal connection with all our staff. Building these relationships has always been at the core of our business, contributing to the loyalty of our agency staff—over 80% have been with us for more than two years.

Responsibilities are:

Personal Care: Assist patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and oral hygiene.

Mobility Assistance: Help patients with mobility, including transferring from bed to wheelchair, walking, and positioning.

Meal Preparation and Feeding: Prepare meals according to dietary needs and assist patients with eating and drinking when necessary.

Support and Companionship: Provide emotional support and companionship to patients, helping to reduce feelings of loneliness and anxiety.

Medication Assistance: Assist patients with medication reminders and ensure that they take medications as prescribed.

Housekeeping Duties: Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in patient living areas, which may include laundry, cleaning, and organising personal belongings.

Assisting with Rehabilitation: Support patients in their rehabilitation exercises and activities, following care plans provided by healthcare professionals.

Documentation: Keep accurate records of patient care activities, observations, and any changes in the patient’s condition.

Communication: Communicate effectively with patients, family members, and healthcare teams to ensure patient needs are met.

What We Offer:

Competitive pay rates.
Subsidised training programs to keep your mandatory certifications up to date and to facilitate the acquisition of new certifications.
Flexible hours that promote a healthy work-life balance.
Weekly pay.
A friendly, supportive, and collaborative work atmosphere.

If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your CV for consideration.
For non-EEA Nationals, eligibility and requirements for an employment permit apply.