Effective Date: 01.09.2025.
Last Updated: 01.09.2025.
Who We Are
HCA.ie is a healthcare assistant job and career platform based in Ireland. We are committed to protecting your data and privacy in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Acts 1988–2018.
What Data We Collect
Name, email, CV details (if you register or apply) • Employment preferences and messages • Technical information (IP address, browser) via cookies • Communication history via contact forms or WhatsApp
How We Use Your Data
To match candidates with job opportunities • To personalize your experience • To communicate with you (e.g., updates, offers) • To comply with legal obligations
Legal Basis
We process data under the following legal bases: • Your consent • Performance of a contract (e.g., job applications) • Legal compliance • Legitimate interests
Data Retention
Your data will be stored securely and retained only as long as necessary for the purposes stated.
Data Sharing,
We do not sell your data. We may share data with:
- Employers and course providers (only when applying or registering)
- Cloud service providers for hosting or communication
- Regulatory authorities if legally required
Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to: • Access your data • Correct inaccurate data • Request deletion (“Right to be forgotten”) • Object to processing • Request data portability • Lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (DPC.ie)
Cookies
We use cookies to enhance site functionality. You may adjust cookie settings at any time.
Contact
For any queries or data requests: Email: dp@hca.ie
