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Healthcare AssistantinRuncorninRuncornPUBLISHED TUE 14 JAN 2025

£13.00 per hour GOOD SALARY 

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Rewarding role that allows you to make a positive impact on the lives of service users every day.
Opportunity to enhance clinical skills and gain valuable experience in the complex care sector.
Flexible working hours that can accommodate personal schedules.
Excellent pay rates, with increased rates for weekends and bank holidays.
Ability to build meaningful relationships with service users and their families.
Chance to support individuals in maintaining their independence within the comfort of their own homes.
Access to ongoing professional training and development to further your career in healthcare.
Apollo Home Healthcare is seeking committed Healthcare Assistants in Runcorn to support a male service user on a 1:1 basis. The role involves providing essential personal care, clinical support, and engaging the service user in his favorite activities, such as watching football and detective shows. Applicants should have at least three months of care experience, and must be vaccinated against Covid. Shifts are part-time with flexible hours, offering competitive pay rates ranging from £13 to £17 per hour, and opportunities for professional training and development.

Candidates will work independently in the service user's home to promote their independence while ensuring their dignity and privacy. Apollo Home Healthcare values high-quality, compassionate care and offers a rewarding environment for those passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of service users.
Rewarding role that allows you to make a positive impact on the lives of service users every day.
Opportunity to enhance clinical skills and gain valuable experience in the complex care sector.
Flexible working hours that can accommodate personal schedules.
Excellent pay rates, with increased rates for weekends and bank holidays.
Ability to build meaningful relationships with service users and their families.
Chance to support individuals in maintaining their independence within the comfort of their own homes.
Access to ongoing professional training and development to further your career in healthcare.

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Useful skills for a Healthcare Assistant:
To work as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you need a combination of practical skills, personal qualities, and a basic understanding of healthcare principles. While specific requirements might vary depending on the employer or the care setting, here are the key skills and attributes typically required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills:
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Good listening skills to understand patients' needs and concerns.
2. Empathy and Compassion:
- Understanding and sensitivity to the feelings of patients.
- Ability to provide emotional support and reassurance.
3. Basic Clinical Skills:
- Understanding of basic health and hygiene standards.
- Ability to assist with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, feeding, etc.).
- Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse) can also be necessary.
4. Teamwork:
- Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.
- Being a supportive team player.
5. Time Management:
- Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Managing time effectively to ensure all patients receive appropriate care.
6. Attention to Detail:
- Being meticulous in following care plans and documenting changes in patients’ conditions.
- Paying close attention to patient safety.
7. Problem Solving Skills:
- Ability to respond to a variety of situations and challenges quickly and effectively.
- Competence in recognizing changes in a patient's condition and taking appropriate action.
8. Physical Stamina:
- Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting and moving patients.
- Maintaining energy and stamina for long shifts.
Personal Qualities:
- Patience: Working in healthcare can be challenging; patience is crucial when dealing with patients who may be distressed or unwell.
- Reliability: Being dependable and trustworthy is essential for providing good patient care.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to handle varying work environments and situations.
- Respectfulness: Maintaining dignity for patients and treating them respectfully.
Training and Qualifications:
While formal qualifications may not always be required, having a relevant qualification, such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, can be beneficial. Some employers provide on-the-job training, and courses in first aid, safeguarding, or infection control may also be useful.
Experience:
Any previous experience in healthcare, customer service, or caring environments can greatly enhance your application. Volunteering in hospitals, care homes, or community services can provide valuable experience and skills.
 


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