Health Care Assistant

Job summary

This is a great opportunity to build skills in hands-on patient care while supporting people to regain confidence and independence. You'll work as part of a friendly multidisciplinary team, helping patients in the Rehabilitation and Intermediate Care Service. Your support will make everyday activities safer and easier for people recovering from illness or injury. You'll follow individual care plans and help create a calm, respectful environment where patients feel encouraged and understood.

Main duties of the job

What you'll do: o Provide personal and clinical care in line with each patient's care plano Record observations such as blood pressure, pulse and blood glucoseo Support safe moving and handling and help patients with daily activitieso Keep patient information accurate on the Electronic Patient Record (EPR)o Prepare equipment, maintain stock levels and assist with basic admin tasks What we're looking for: You'll bring kindness, patience and good communication skills. You might have worked in health, homecare or social care before, or gained caring experience elsewhere. You'll need a Level 2 qualification (or equivalent experience) in Adult Health and Social Care and be willing to complete the Care Certificate. We welcome people who can work well in a team, stay calm during challenging moments and organise their own workload. Training, supervision and support will be provided. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and value fairness, respect and inclusion in everything we do.

About us

At CHCP, we're passionate about people and we know that you are too, that's why we're here isn't it? We recognise that high quality care is delivered by high quality professionals who are appreciated, respected and supported, which is why we want to give all our colleagues the chance to shine.

Work with us and you'll be more than just a number. Our people are our shareholders and their thoughts and opinions are always heard at CHCP you have a real voice.

Compassion is at the heart of our business; we're a team of nearly 2,500 colleagues who work together to deliver first class healthcare to thousands of people living in Hull, the East Riding, Knowsley and St Helens. Local diversity demands diverse roles, that's why we have vacancies to suit everybody. No matter your role at CHCP, we'll support you to thrive.

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