Healthcare Assistant

Overview

As a Healthcare Assistant in Carlisle you’ll have the chance to make a real difference in the lives of others in the area. You’ll work in various healthcare and social care settings across Carlisle as a Medicare People Healthcare Assistant, providing essential support to individuals who need assistance with their daily living activities due to a range of factors including age, illness, and disability.

We have a number of Healthcare Assistant shifts available across different settings in Carlisle.

• Deliver tailored care that respects individual preferences and needs.
• Assist with essential tasks like bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene promoting independence and dignity.
• Support patients with mobility challenges using safe handling techniques and aids.
• Help with meal preparation, feeding, and hydration ensuring dietary needs are met.
• Administer medication accurately and safely following strict protocols.
• Offer friendship, engage in meaningful conversations and provide emotional comfort.
• Vigilantly monitor patient health, reporting any changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
• Maintain a clean and safe living space fostering a positive atmosphere.
• Work seamlessly with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with patients, families, and the care team through clear and empathetic communication.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Providing supported living for adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs.

• A minimum of 6 months relevant care experience in the UK.
• Compassion, patience and excellent communication skills.
• A commitment to providing person‑centered care.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including building rapport and trust.

• Competitive pay rates up to £21.35 per hour.
• The flexibility to choose shifts that fit your schedule.
• A dedicated team to support you in finding the right placements.

Medicare People is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to connecting passionate healthcare professionals with exciting opportunities across the UK. We offer a supportive work environment with competitive pay rates and the chance to make a real difference in people's lives.

To apply for this Healthcare Assistant job in Carlisle, please email or simply complete the application form below.
Please ensure you attach your CV with your application.

Medicare People is a Medical Staffing Agency and employment agency (as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003) and is acting as such on behalf of our client. We are committed to finding the right candidate for this job.

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Employment Type
:
Temp
Experience
: years
Vacancy
: 1