Orthopedic Surgery Patient Care Assistant

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care is seeking a patient care assistant to support licensed staff and the Administrative Coordinator. You will perform direct patient care tasks, ensure patient safety, and handle clerical duties as assigned.

Selected candidates will have an approved nursing or medical assistant course and, preferably, one year of experience. BLS certification within 14 days of hire is required.

Qualifications

• Clear and effective written and verbal English communication is required.
• Ability to write legibly and record information accurately.
• Basic computer skills for clerical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care duties under licensed personnel and physician.
• Assists in procedures for patient population following policies.
• Ensures patient safety.
• Performs clerical tasks and related duties.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Communication

Computer literacy

Education

Nursing/Medical Assistant course

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care is seeking a patient care assistant to support licensed staff and the Administrative Coordinator. You will perform direct patient care tasks, ensure patient safety, and handle clerical duties as assigned.

Selected candidates will have an approved nursing or medical assistant course and, preferably, one year of experience. BLS certification within 14 days of hire is required.