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JOSEPH BINEY

DALKEITH,MIDLOTHIAN

Summary

Compassionate Care Assistant with almost 2 years experience delivering patient‑centred care in residential and home‑care settings. Acknowledged for contributing to an 18% reduction in fall incidents, leading to improved resident safety and increased satisfaction levels. Holds Level 2 certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care, certified in Basic Life Support and Manual Handling, and trained in dementia and end‑of‑life care techniques—skills that translate seamlessly into a senior care‑assistant role. Adept at multidisciplinary team collaboration, electronic care‑plan documentation, and strict adherence to CQC healthcare‑compliance standards. Driven by empathy and respect for patient dignity, Consistently advocate for residents’ emotional well‑being while optimising operational efficiency.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Care Assistant

Aaron Home Care Hom
Penicuik, East Lothian
12.2024 - Current
  • Documented reports on daily observations accurately, helping in keeping track of about 25 resident's progress over time.
  • Encouraged independence among patients whilst assisting them with tasks
  • Followed strict dietary plans tailored for each patient's health condition which has resulted to about 15% decrease in dietary-related issues of residents.
  • Assisted in daily living activities for enhanced patient comfort.
  • Respected privacy and dignity of each resident during provision of care services.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations, ensuring safety of all residents.
  • Worked closely under supervision from registered nurses contributing to efficient workflow within the facility.

Care Assistant

Drummohr Care Home
Wallyford, Edinbrugh
09.2022 - Current
  • Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
  • Helped about 30 residents with other colleagues with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
  • Kept patient environments clean and neat following optimum hygiene standards.
  • Delivered tailored personal care maintaining individual dignity and confidence
  • Closely monitored residents’ conditions and behaviours, promptly reporting any changes or concerns, which contributed to estimated 10% reduction in the risk of health deterioration..
  • Ensured confidentiality and compliance, enhancing patient care quality
  • Applied safe methods to lift and transfer patients from beds to wheelchairs

Health Assistant

Violet Medical Center
Ghana
04.2019 - 09.2022
  • Aided about 15 patients in everyday activities such as bathing, grooming, feeding, ensuring constant safety and effective care
  • Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity
  • Ensured safe environment for patients, reducing risk for falls by 25% to enhance quality of life
  • Contributed towards creating a friendly atmosphere within the ward reducing stress levels among admitted patients.
  • Demonstrated consistent respect and privacy for patients, while maintaining dignity irrespective of their circumstances or statuses in life
  • Helped channel patients’ grievances to the supervisors for appropriate solutions
  • Developing good relationship between patients and their families for proper support to the patient.

Education

Master of Science - Accounting

UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE
DUNDEE/SCOTLAND
09.2022 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Science - ACCOUNTING

UNIVERSITY OF GHANA
LEGON, GHANA
09.2008 - 07.2012

Skills

  • Focusing Skill: Developed this skill through working as health assistant Its importance is to help promote the health of clients as full attention is given when performing task and it’s maintained until task is complete
  • Strong team working: Skills developed through group assigned tasks during working as health assistant
  • Communication skill: Good communication was acquired during working as health assistant Skill needed to interact with patients / clients to ensure that messages are clear and understandable and to help build good interpersonal relationship with others
  • Emergency Response: Remain calm and focused under pressure, enables to respond swiftly and effectively during medical emergencies Trained in basic life support and have confidently applied emergency protocols to stabilise patients and alert medical teams promptly, ensuring their safety and continuity of care
  • Patient Advocacy: Passionate about safeguarding patients’ dignity and rights, consistently acting in best interests Communicate clearly and empathetically, support informed decision-making, and ensure each patient’s preferences and needs are respected, especially when navigating complex care situations
  • Time Management: Have developed strong time management skills that allows to balance multiple responsibilities while maintaining high standards of care By prioritising tasks efficiently, helps ensure that each patients/residents receive timely attention, which contributes to better outcomes and well-organised work environment

Reference

  • Priscilla Musenga (Home Manager), Drummohr Care Home, Wallyford, Edinburgh. +441316533737, Priscilla.Musenga@hc-one.co.uk
  • Stephen Van Putten (Home Manager), Aaron House Care Home, Penicuik, Edinburgh. +441968677095, stephen.van-putten@aurem-care.com
  • Stavros Kourtzidis (Senior Lecture), University of Dundee, School of Business, Dundee, +441382384387, skourtzidis@dundee.ac.uk
  • Mrs Rose Aba Se-Edzi, Nurse Manager, Voilet Medical Center, Kwabenya Accra, Ghana, aba@voiletsmedical.com

Timeline

Care Assistant

Aaron Home Care Hom
12.2024 - Current

Master of Science - Accounting

UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE
09.2022 - 07.2023

Care Assistant

Drummohr Care Home
09.2022 - Current

Health Assistant

Violet Medical Center
04.2019 - 09.2022

Bachelor of Science - ACCOUNTING

UNIVERSITY OF GHANA
09.2008 - 07.2012

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