Healthcare Assistant (HCA) UAE National (Emirati)

ERC International Human Resources Consultancies; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ERC International Human Resources Consultancies is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to support the Nursing Department in providing safe and effective patient care within the DOH Scope of Practice. You will assist licensed healthcare professionals, monitor patients, coordinate daily clinic operations and contribute to a positive patient experience.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate documentation, infection control, and adherence to DOH licensing requirements.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Healthcare Assistant from a recognized institution.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses and licensed professionals with delegated patient care activities.
• Support patients with activities of daily living and comfort.
• Measure and report basic vital signs and abnormal findings.
• Maintain patient care documentation and confidentiality.
• Prepare patient rooms, equipment and supplies, ensuring infection control standards.
• Coordinate patient appointments, follow-ups, and department communication.
• Guide patients through clinic visits and support a positive patient experience.
• Report changes in patient condition to supervising staff.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Head of Department within scope of role.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient coordination

Education

Diploma in Healthcare Assistant

Job description

Job Summary

The Healthcare Assistant will support the Nursing Department in providing safe and effective patient care, assisting licensed healthcare professionals with delegated clinical activities, patient monitoring, patient coordination and daily clinic operations, in accordance with the DOH Scope of Practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist nurses and other licensed healthcare professionals with delegated patient care activities.
• Support patients with activities of daily living, including mobility, positioning, personal hygiene, feeding and general comfort.
• Measure and record basic vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse and oxygen saturation, and report abnormal findings.
• Monitor and document patient intake and output and report any concerns to the supervising nurse.
• Prepare patient rooms, equipment and supplies and maintain cleanliness and infection control standards.
• Assist with patient transportation, appointments, follow-ups and coordination between departments.
• Guide patients through their clinic visits and support a positive patient experience.
• Maintain accurate patient care documentation and ensure confidentiality.
• Report changes in patient condition, incidents and safety concerns to the supervising healthcare professional.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head of Department (HOD), within the scope of the role.
• All other duties as assigned by HOD related to patient care and other duties.

Skills

Qualifications & Requirements

• Diploma in Healthcare Assistant from a recognized institution.
• UAE National (Emirati). Family Book: Required by law
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• Valid DOH license or completed Dataflow verification preferred.
• Candidates without a DOH license may be considered, subject to meeting DOH licensing requirements and availability to join at the earliest.
• Valid BLS certification as required by DOH.
• Good communication, interpersonal and patient coordination skills.

Scope of Practice

All clinical activities must be performed within the approved DOH Healthcare Assistant Scope of Practice, following appropriate training, competency assessment and supervision by licensed healthcare professionals. The HCA must not independently diagnose, prescribe medication or perform procedures outside their authorized scope.