Job Overview
Wexford General Hospital is seeking experienced professionals for the Health Care Assistant Wexford Staff Bank panel (Ref: DSESBW26). This opportunity is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants and offers flexible “if and when” contracts within a busy acute hospital environment.
This role is ideal for Healthcare Assistants who have recent acute setting experience and wish to contribute to high-quality patient care across a dynamic clinical setting in County Wexford.
Key Responsibilities
- • Provide direct patient care and support under the supervision of nursing staff
- • Assist patients with personal care, mobility, and daily living activities
- • Support infection prevention and control measures within the ward
- • Maintain accurate documentation in line with hospital policies
- • Assist with patient transfers and safe manual handling practices
- • Observe and report changes in patient condition to nursing staff
- • Ensure a clean, safe, and supportive care environment
Required Skills & Qualifications
- • Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant in an acute setting within the last 12 months (essential)
- • QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support (or equivalent qualification)
- • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- • Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- • Knowledge of infection prevention and control standards
- • Flexibility to work varied shifts as required
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Salary Scale (Health Care Assistant Grade 6075):
€36,288 – €45,484 per annum (incremental scale based on experience)
This is an “if and when” contract offering flexible working hours aligned with service needs. Staff Bank roles provide valuable exposure to acute hospital practice and opportunities for professional development within the public health service.
Location & Employer Information
This role is based at Wexford General Hospital / Ospidéal Ginearálta Loch Garman, County Wexford, within the HSE Dublin and South East region.
Wexford General Hospital provides a comprehensive range of acute medical and surgical services to the local population and plays a key role within the regional healthcare network.
Application Details
Reference: DSESBW26
Category: Patient and Client Care
Contract Type: If and when
Advertisement Type: External
Proposed Interview Date: Virtual interviews week beginning 27 April 2026 (additional dates to be confirmed).
Informal enquiries: Gillian Foster, CNM3 Staff Bank Manager
Email: [email protected]
Apply online via: https://www.rezoomo.com/job/95269/
Last Day to Apply: 22 April 2026 at 12:00 PM
