Job Overview
This Healthcare Assistant Waterford opportunity offers a permanent role within University Hospital Waterford, supporting patient care across a dynamic clinical environment. The position is part of a supplementary campaign, creating a panel for current and future vacancies across full-time and part-time roles.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected acute hospital setting and contribute directly to high-quality patient care within the public health service.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist patients with daily living activities including hygiene, mobility, and comfort
- Support nursing staff in delivering high standards of patient care
- Monitor and report changes in patient conditions to clinical staff
- Maintain a clean, safe, and supportive care environment
- Assist with patient transfers and positioning
- Ensure patient dignity, privacy, and respect at all times
- Follow infection prevention and control procedures
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Relevant Healthcare Assistant qualification or equivalent experience
- Previous experience in a hospital or care setting is desirable
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to patient-centred care
- Flexibility to work across shifts as required
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
The salary for this Healthcare Assistant Waterford role follows the HSE pay scale:
€36,288 – €45,484 per annum (based on experience and incremental progression)
This is a permanent whole-time contract. Benefits include public sector pension scheme, annual leave entitlement, structured pay increments, and access to training and development opportunities within the HSE.
Location & Employer Information
This role is based at University Hospital Waterford, a major acute hospital serving the South East region. The hospital provides a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services and plays a key role in regional healthcare delivery.
The position is part of HSE Dublin and South East, covering Waterford and surrounding counties.
Application Details
Applicants must submit their application via the official recruitment platform. It is essential to download and review the Job Specification, Additional Campaign Information, and Application Form before applying.
Email enquiries: UHWRecruitment@hse.ie
Phone: 051 848446
Last Day to Apply: 29 April 2026 at 2:00 PM
