Health Care Assistant inWeston-Super-Mare inWeston-Super-Mare PUBLISHED 25 JUL 2024
Competitive hourly rate of 30 per hour.
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HCA (Healthcare Assistant)
Hourly Rate:
24per hour
Location:
Taunton - TA2
Working Hours:
Full-time, 8.45am - 3.30pm
Start Date:
1st September 2024 - July 2025
Job Description
We are seeking a medically trained professional to support a range of learners with diverse medical needs across our school. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and qualifications:
Key Responsibilities
- Provide medical support to learners with various health needs.
- Be proficient in resuscitation and defibrillator (DFIB) use.
- Perform effective suctioning, including deep suctioning.
- Administer care to learners with epilepsy, including CPR.
- Utilize oxygen and stats monitoring equipment.
- Administer gastrostomy care.
- Manage epilepsy medications and diabetes/blood sugar tracking.
- Support learners with their educational needs between medical duties.
Qualifications And Skills
- RGN qualification.
- Training in resuscitation and defibrillator use.
- Competence in deep suctioning techniques.
- Knowledge of epilepsy care, including CPR.
- Experience with oxygen and stats monitoring.
- Gastrostomy care training.
- Experience with epilepsy medications and diabetes management.
Additional Information
- Full-time position, 8.45am - 3.30pm, starting from 1st September.
- Competitive hourly rate of 30 per hour.
- Supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development.
Job Title:
HCA (Healthcare Assistant)
Hourly Rate:
24per hour
Location:
Taunton - TA2
Working Hours:
Full-time, 8.45am - 3.30pm
Start Date:
1st September 2024 - July 2025
Job Description
We are seeking a medically trained professional to support a range of learners with diverse medical needs across our school. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and qualifications:
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications And Skills
Additional Information
HCA (Healthcare Assistant)
Hourly Rate:
24per hour
Location:
Taunton - TA2
Working Hours:
Full-time, 8.45am - 3.30pm
Start Date:
1st September 2024 - July 2025
Job Description
We are seeking a medically trained professional to support a range of learners with diverse medical needs across our school. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and qualifications:
Key Responsibilities
- Provide medical support to learners with various health needs.
- Be proficient in resuscitation and defibrillator (DFIB) use.
- Perform effective suctioning, including deep suctioning.
- Administer care to learners with epilepsy, including CPR.
- Utilize oxygen and stats monitoring equipment.
- Administer gastrostomy care.
- Manage epilepsy medications and diabetes/blood sugar tracking.
- Support learners with their educational needs between medical duties.
Qualifications And Skills
- RGN qualification.
- Training in resuscitation and defibrillator use.
- Competence in deep suctioning techniques.
- Knowledge of epilepsy care, including CPR.
- Experience with oxygen and stats monitoring.
- Gastrostomy care training.
- Experience with epilepsy medications and diabetes management.
Additional Information
- Full-time position, 8.45am - 3.30pm, starting from 1st September.
- Competitive hourly rate of 30 per hour.
- Supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development.
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To work as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you will need a variety of skills and qualities to provide effective care and support to patients. Here are some essential skills and qualifications:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
2. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport with patients and providing emotional support is crucial.
3. Compassion and Empathy: Understanding the feelings and experiences of patients to provide the best possible care.
4. Physical Stamina and Strength: The role may involve lifting and moving patients, as well as being on your feet for long periods.
5. Teamwork: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated care.
6. Patience and Resilience: Caring for patients, especially those with complex needs, can be challenging, so patience is essential.
7. Attention to Detail: Noticing changes in a patient's condition and following care plans accurately.
8. Basic IT Skills: Many healthcare environments use electronic patient records, so familiarity with computers is beneficial.
9. Organizational Skills: Managing your time and priorities effectively to ensure that all patient needs are met.
10. Understanding of Health and Safety Regulations: Knowledge of infection control, safeguarding, and maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff.
11. Basic Clinical Skills: Depending on the setting, you may need skills such as taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure), assisting with personal care, and understanding basic medical terminology.
Qualifications
While formal qualifications are not always required to become an HCA, some employers may prefer candidates with:
- Relevant Experience: Experience in care settings, either paid or voluntary, is highly valued.
- NVQs or Diplomas: Qualifications in Health and Social Care, such as an NVQ Level 2 or 3, can enhance your employability.
- Basic First Aid Certification: Having this certification can be beneficial.
Additional Training
Many employers offer on-the-job training, and you may also be expected to complete mandatory training courses, such as:
- Manual handling
- Health and safety
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children
- Infection prevention and control
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