Healthcare Assistant - Cath Lab (Fixed Term Contract)
Company: Bitrecruit
Client / Employer: Occupop
Location: Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
Job Overview
Responsible for assisting with patient needs in the Cath lab and recovery unit. To provide exceptional patient care in an environment where quality, respect, caring and compassion are at the centre of all we do. Phlebotomy experience and willingness to learn new skills preferred (such as preparing sterile trolleys, checking expiries etc.)
Key Responsibilities and Deliverables
Assists with patient activities and care as assigned by the Nurse Manager or Clinical Coordinator.
Demonstrate knowledge of medical‑surgical inventory.
Desire to learn aseptic technique to prepare sterile trolleys for respective procedures.
Maintain a good record of stock items and expiry dates.
Collect blood samples and transport them to laboratory.
Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times.
Maintain a positive attitude during interaction with all hospital staff, patients and visitors.
Provide and maintain a clean, safe environment; perform and/or assist others in performing proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures and infection control measures.
Maintain patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
Assist with cleaning trolleys and preparing bed for next coming patient.
Adhere to internal controls established for the department.
Perform related duties as required.
Timely identify and communicate any issues and complaints to the Nurse Manager or Clinical Coordinator.
Person Specification - Qualifications
Leaving Certificate or equivalent.
Completion of an approved QQI Level 5 course for Health Care Assistants or an equivalent Nursing qualification required.
Minimum 2 years’ experience as HCA.
Phlebotomy trained or have a willingness to learn.
Job Specific Competencies and Knowledge
Strong communication, decision‑making and interpersonal skills are necessary.
Ability to multi‑task, maintain and receive orders.
Intravenous cannulation and venipuncture.
Record ECGs.
Record patient vital signs and have an understanding of EWS.
Able to put orders in Meditech.
Able to maintain patient care areas with appropriate supplies/equipment; keep the cubicle ready for patient admission.
Personal Competencies
Attend in a timely manner all mandatory education sessions.
Ensure their professional and personal persona positively reflect Beacon Hospital.
Attend appropriate study days and courses.
Participate in performance review with their Nurse Manager.
Utilise effective time‑management skills.
Maintain professional appearance and dress code.
Comply with guidelines for absence or tardiness.
Attend staff meetings, read all work‑related email and other postings.
Be flexible to meet the needs of the hospital, which may include floating to other departments to assist as patient needs fluctuate.
Wear Identification Badge when working.
Note: This job description is intended to be an outline of the areas of responsibility and deliverables at the time of its writing. As the Hospital and the post holder develop, this job description may be subject to review in light of the changing needs of the Hospital.
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