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Healthcare Assistant

• St Brendan's High Support Unit
• Ref: #JOB-2309846
• Mulranny, Westport, Co. Mayo, F28 A386
• No of positions: 3
• Paid Position
• 39 hours per week
• 32691.00 Euro Annually
• Published On: 23 Jul 2026
• Closing On: 20 Aug 2026

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53.9072227478027;-9.7768383026123;Mulranny , Westport , Co. Mayo , F28 A386 We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistant to join our clinical care team. The successful candidate will provide direct, high-quality person-centered care and essential daily living support to residents/patients within our facility. Key Responsibilities: • Assist residents/patients with daily living activities, including mobility, personal hygiene, dressing, and dietary requirements. • Monitor, record, and report changes in patient conditions, vital signs, or behavioral patterns to the supervising nursing staff. • Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable therapeutic environment in compliance with infection control and healthcare safety standards. • Provide emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting independence and respecting individual dignity. • Assist multi-disciplinary healthcare teams with clinical administrative duties, equipment preparation, and patient transport. Minimum Qualifications & Requirements: • Must hold a relevant QQI Level 5 qualification in Health Service Skills, Healthcare Support, or an equivalent international qualification. (Alternatively, the employer may sponsor a candidate who formally commits to completing this qualification within 2 years of the employment start date). • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team-collaboration skills. • Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and nights, as dictated by rotation schedules.

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