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Healthcare Assistant

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    Bartra Opco (Limerick) Ltd
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    Ref: #JOB-2434165
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    Baunacloka, Mungret, Limerick, Co. Limerick, V94 652X
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    No of positions: 15
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    Paid Position
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    39 hours per week
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    32691.00 Euro Annually
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    Published On: 16 Feb 2026
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    Closing On: 16 Mar 2026

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We are currently recruiting for Full-Time Health Care Assistants for Raheen Lodge, Baunacloka, Mungret, Limerick

Hours:

39 Hours Per Week

Salary Range:

€32,691 per annum

Responsibilities:
To work as part of a team of Health Care Assistants, under the direction of the Nursing team
To provide quality person-centred care to meet the needs of residents/patients
To provide high standard services as specified in agreed care plans and to contribute to the continual review of resident’s needs
Enable and assist resident to maintain their personal hygiene and appearance
Enable and assist resident to eat and drink
Enable and assist resident to access and use toilet facilities, participating in individual continence promotion programmes
Contribute to the movement and treatment of resident to maximise their physical comfort
Promote mobility of resident, supervising and assisting as necessary to ensure resident retains optimum mobility
Maintain high level of communication between resident’s family and staff developing good relationships
To work closely with the activity co-ordinator/social care leader of the Residential home and ensure engagement of the residents at arranged activities where possible and suitable.
To escort/Accompany residents to the hospital or for other appointments when directed by the senior nursing staff.
Staff adhere to infection control and prevention policy
Safekeeping of resident’s personal property
Report broken or unsafe items that need repair
Assess and record vital signs and report any concerns to nursing team
Assess and record weights and MUST scores and report any concerns to nursing team
Participate in CPR and basic lifesaving and act as a first responder for the HCA team
Takes blood samples from residents/patients following phlebotomy training

The ideal candidate should have the following attributes:
Cheerful and compassionate by nature, you will possess sound judgement, initiative and problem-solving abilities and be able to pay attention to the details. Reading, writing and communicating clearly in English is vital.

Experience is preferred, but not as essential as your genuine desire to develop or progress a career in this field is a vital attribute. 
A respectful and courteous attitude to seniors is required, and weekend availability is highly desirable.

Qualification:
QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support or Equivalent 

Benefits:
HSF Health Plan
Education Support
Employee Assistant Programme
Length of Service Reward
Birthday Reward
Subsidised Meals
Bike to Work Scheme

Bartra Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer 
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Career Level

  • Professional

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