Compassionate Patient Care Assistant

Baptist; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Mississippi is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to provide direct personal care to patients under licensed personnel. You will support daily activities, monitor safety, and document care as directed.

Requirements include clear English communication, basic computer literacy, and BLS within 14 days of hire. This role emphasizes teamwork, patient safety, and ongoing educational activities in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Clear and effective communication in English.
• Basic computer literacy.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care duties as assigned under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.
• Assists in procedures for the patient population served following established policies and procedures.
• Ensures patient safety.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Clear communication in English

Computer literacy

Job description

Baptist Health in Mississippi is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to provide direct personal care to patients under licensed personnel. You will support daily activities, monitor safety, and document care as directed.

Requirements include clear English communication, basic computer literacy, and BLS within 14 days of hire. This role emphasizes teamwork, patient safety, and ongoing educational activities in a hospital setting.