HCA Framework

Location
Job-type Temporary
Salary €14.48 - €18.48 per hour
Reference J338254
Date Published about 3 years ago
POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Agency Healthcare Assistant

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Healthcare Assistant, Tralee, Co. Kerry - Temporary

THE BACKGROUND:

At TTM Healthcare as a national supply partner of temporary and permanent staff to the hse we are now looking to increase our approved locum panel of hcas working in a residential service based in Tralee, Co. Kerry. Our team of HCA currently work across multiple wards and locations across the unit providing support the patients in the areas of 1 - 1 specialing and patient care such as obs check and personal care while being guided by the nursing staff.

The feedback from our candidates suggest that the role is busy but very rewarding. 90% of the panel of agency workers deployed to this service are working there for more than 9 months, due to the nature of the work environment, the sense of team morale and the recognition that they receive for the work they do. The location is well provided for by public transport which helps our team get to work on time every time. We are are now seeking to recruit 10 additional hcas to work on a consistent basis alongside our existing team to offer increasing support to this hospitals front line service.

THE RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job is for agency Healthcare Assistants and candidates would need to be flexible and available for a range of shifts, throughout the week. Your role would involve working as part of a team of Healthcare Assistants to provide quality care to meet the needs of patients while guided by Nursing staff. Shift allocation can range from specialing to nursing support, depending on the needs of the service.

Your Educational Responsibilities:

A minimum of a FETAC Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support/ Pre-nursing Studies. (All 8 Modules complete, 120 Credits).


Your Communication Responsibilities:

Fluent written and spoken English and excellent report writing skills.


Your Health and Safety Responsibilities:

In order to work in a Healthcare setting you must have the appropriate level of immunisation protection in order to proceed. Candidates will need evidence of full immunity for the following inoculations:

• Hepatitis B - full course complete with Titre level confirming immunity

• MMR X 2 (Mumps, Measles, Rubella)

• Tuberculosis

• Varicella

THE REQUIREMENTS:

To be eligible for the role, you will need to:

• A minimum of a FETAC Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support/ Pre-nursing Studies. (All 8 Modules complete, 120 Credits).

• Must have eligibility to work in Ireland.

• Have a minimum of 3 months recent experience in a caring/support/specialing role.

• Have fluent written & spoken English.

• Full vaccination record.

• Must have (or be willing to complete) training as required.


THE REWARDS:

You will enjoy the following benefits:
Market leading rates of pay.

Flexible hours - you give your own availability!

Continued personal & professional development.

24 hour on call support.

The opportunity to gain additional experience working with the best employers in the market.

Please note: due to the high volume of applicants for this position, we can only respond to candidates that meet the above requirements.

Immediate Start

THE CONTACT:
Please call 065 686 9300


TTM Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities Employer.