Behavioral Health PCA — Compassionate Patient Care

North Alabama Shoals Hospital; Muscle Shoals (AL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

North Alabama Shoals Hospital is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Assistant (PCA) for Behavioral Health. In this full-time role, you will support a clinical team, monitor patients, assist with daily living activities, and help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment.

Join a mission-driven team committed to compassionate care, ongoing education, and professional growth within a community hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Geriatric experience preferred, especially from long-term care or acute settings.
• PCA/DCA, SRNA, or EMT experience preferred but not required.
• Current BLS certification (can be obtained after hire).
• Handle with Care training preferred.
• Interest in phlebotomy is a plus; training may be provided with pay incentive.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs and intake/output.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
• Observes and reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
• Maintains clean, safe, and well-stocked patient rooms and common areas.
• Manages the tech desk and supports nursing/physician staff and department throughput.
• Documents care and activities per unit standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned; participates in performance improvement and required education.

Skills

Geriatric experience

PCA/DCA/SRNA/EMT experience

BLS certification

Handle with Care

Phlebotomy interest

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

North Alabama Shoals Hospital is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Assistant (PCA) for Behavioral Health. In this full-time role, you will support a clinical team, monitor patients, assist with daily living activities, and help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment.

Join a mission-driven team committed to compassionate care, ongoing education, and professional growth within a community hospital setting.