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SVT HOME HEALTHCARE SERVICESCAREGIVER – JOB DESCRIPTIONJob TitleHome Caregiver / Patient Caregiver

CompanySVT Home Healthcare Services – Bengaluru

Job SummarySVT Home Healthcare Services is looking for compassionate, responsible, and dedicated Caregivers to provide quality care and support to elderly people, bedridden patients, post-operative patients, and patients requiring assistance at home.

The Caregiver will be responsible for supporting the patient's daily activities, personal hygiene, mobility, nutrition, comfort, safety, and overall well-being while maintaining professional conduct and patient dignity.

Key Responsibilities1. Patient Personal Care

• Assist with bathing, grooming, dressing, and personal hygiene.
• Assist with toileting and changing adult diapers/pads.
• Provide bed bath and oral care when required.
• Assist with feeding and drinking.
• Maintain cleanliness and comfort of the patient.

2. Bedridden & Patient Care

• Assist bedridden patients with changing position.
• Support safe transfer from bed to wheelchair/chair.
• Help prevent pressure sores through proper positioning and hygiene.
• Provide support to paralysed, elderly, and mobility-restricted patients.

3. Health Observation

• Observe the patient's general condition.
• Check basic vital signs when instructed and trained.
• Observe changes such as fever, pain, weakness, breathing difficulty, confusion, or unusual behavior.
• Immediately report any concerning changes to the family, supervisor, or nurse.

4. Medication Support

• Provide medication reminders according to the prescribed schedule.
• Follow instructions provided by the supervising nurse/healthcare professional.
• Do not independently change medicines or dosage.

5. Mobility & Rehabilitation Support

• Assist patients with walking and mobility.
• Support the use of walkers, wheelchairs, and other mobility aids.
• Assist with exercises or physiotherapy activities only as instructed by the healthcare professional.

6. Emotional Support

• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Communicate respectfully and patiently with patients.
• Help elderly patients maintain a positive daily routine.
• Respect the patient's privacy, dignity, and personal preferences.

7. Patient Environment

• Keep the patient's room and care area clean and organized.
• Assist with patient-related light household activities.
• Maintain proper hygiene and infection-control practices.

8. Communication & Reporting

• Maintain regular communication with the patient's family.
• Follow instructions from SVT supervisors and healthcare professionals.
• Report emergencies or changes in the patient's condition immediately.
• Maintain basic daily care updates when required.

Patient CategoriesCaregivers may be assigned to:

• Elderly patients
• Bedridden patients
• Paralysis/stroke patients
• Post-operative patients
• Dementia patients
• Cancer and palliative-care patients
• Patients requiring mobility assistance
• Patients requiring long-term home care
• Candidate RequirementsMale and Female candidates can apply.
• Minimum education: 8th/10th pass preferred, depending on the assignment.
• Previous caregiver, hospital, elderly-care, or patient-care experience is preferred.
• Freshers may be considered for suitable roles based on training and interview.
• Kannada/Hindi communication preferred; other regional languages are an advantage.
• Must be physically fit to assist patients safely.
• Must be patient, compassionate, trustworthy, and responsible.
• Must be willing to work 12-hour shifts or 24-hour live-in duties, depending on the requirement.
• Important SkillsPatient-care skills
• Good communication
• Patience and compassion
• Personal hygiene awareness
• Basic patient-safety knowledge
• Ability to follow instructions
• Emergency awareness
• Responsible and professional behavior
• Job Benefits12-hour and 24-hour live-in opportunities
• Competitive salary based on experience and duty type
• Food & accommodation for eligible live-in assignments
• Caregiver training and guidance
• Regular job opportunities in Bengaluru
• Professional support from SVT Home Healthcare Services
• Opportunity to work with elderly and patients in home-care settings

Work LocationPatient's Home / Home Healthcare Assignments – Bengaluru

Apply NowSVT Home Healthcare Services

📞 7090355777 / 7090255777

Join SVT Home Healthcare Services and build a rewarding career by caring for people who need your support.