Health Care Assistant (HCA)

Job Summary:

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Health Care Assistant to support nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals in providing quality care to patients. The HCA will assist with daily patient care, ensure comfort, and help maintain a clean and safe environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as bathing, feeding, dressing, and mobility.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration) and report changes to nurses or doctors.
• Help with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in patient areas and wards.
• Assist nursing staff with routine procedures and care tasks.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to patients.
• Help ensure that medical equipment and supplies are clean and ready for use.
• Record patient information accurately as instructed by supervising staff.

Requirements

• Minimum of SSCE or equivalent qualification.
• Certificate or training in Health Care Assistance is an advantage.
• Compassionate, patient, and reliable.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle physically demanding tasks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a hospital, clinic, or care facility.
• Knowledge of basic patient care procedures and infection control.