Healthcare Assistant - UPMC Aut Even Hospital, Kilkenny

Healthcare Assistant - UPMC Aut Even Hospital, Kilkenny

Location: Aut Even Hospital

Job type: Permanent

Overview of role

UPMC Aut Even Hospital are currently recruiting a Healthcare Assistant on a permanent contract to join our Kilkenny based team.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Have the ability to perform patient observations.
• Maintain infection control policies & procedures.
• Maintain stocks of linen, treatment room requirements, solutions and office stationery as requested by the Ward Manager or Deputy.
• Maintain the cleanliness and sterility of bedside equipment.
• Prepare the bed and patient environment for the post-operative patient.
• Escort patients to other departments.

Qualifications & Experience

• Relevant FETAC Level 5 qualification.
• Previous relevant work experience within a hospital or nursing home setting is essential.
• Ability to work as part of a multi disciplinary team.

Salary: €34,304.02 - €41,760.31 per annum based on a 39 hour work week

This job description is intended to be an outline of the areas of responsibility. As UPMC and the post holder develop, this job description may be subject to review in light of the changing needs of the business.

Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Benefits

• Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents.
• Competitive pension plan.
• Company funded death in service benefit x 3 times.
• Critical illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66.
• Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme.
• Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days.
• Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments.
• Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.