HCA - Radiology

Health Care Assistant                                                                                                                                         39hr/wkBlackrock Clinic is the leading and longest established private hospital and clinic in Ireland. Since it opened in the mid-1980s, the clinic has consistently built an unparalleled reputation in new high-tech surgical procedures, medical treatments, and ground-breaking diagnostics. Blackrock Clinic is now part of Blackrock Health private hospital group along with the Hermitage Clinic, Galway Clinic, and Limerick Clinic, some of the most advanced hospitals in Irish private healthcare. Blackrock Clinic has been recognised for over ten years by the Joint Commission International (JCI) which accredits only hospitals that raise safety and quality of care standards to the highest levels. We were one of the first hospitals in Ireland to attain this international recognition. Blackrock Clinic is a progressive and pioneering hospital in which care for the patient is central to everything we do.Role Profile This HCA will be part of the Radiology team, under the supervision of registered nurses and the associated team. Ultimately the role is about communication, therefore strong written and verbal communications are important along with excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills. Whilst the role requires someone who will:-       Always treat patients with dignity and respect, exercising discretion and maintaining their confidentiality-       Assist patients to become as independent as possible through support-       Always maintaining personal hygiene-       Assist with basic patient care duties-       Promote good infection control and health and safety at work-       Participate in discussions about patient care  Qualifications Each HCA in Blackrock Clinic needs an Fetac Level 5 Healthcare support course, and for this role at least 2 years’ experience in a relevant care setting is desired.In return for bringing these skills to Blackrock clinic you will get a competitive salary along with an offer of many benefits, including:-       Pension – Defined Contribution pension scheme-       Car Parking – on site available to all staff at very reasonable rates capped per month-       Educational assistance- supporting employees with personal development -       Flexibility – we are flexible and like to promote a good work life balance-       Uniforms – staff who require a uniform are provided one-       Discounted medical tests, travel tickets and pharmacy and restaurant onsite-       Bike to work scheme – we participate in the Bike to Work scheme and more