Patient Care & Administrative Aide

Marshall Medical Centers; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntsville Hospital Health System is seeking a Health Care Assistant (HCA) to support a nursing unit under the supervision of physicians and clinical staff. The role includes essential patient care duties, routine clerical tasks, and ensuring a safe, orderly environment.

Qualifications include HS/GED, with CNA course preferred; BCLS certification by orientation is required. Previous patient care and clerical experience are valued, along with familiarity with medical terminology.

Qualifications

• HS/GED required.
• Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant and/or Huntsville Hospital Health Care Assistant course preferred.
• BCLS required by the conclusion of orientation.
• Requires previous patient care and/or two years clerical expereience with successful work history.
• Familiarity with medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical patient care services including vital signs and activities of daily living.
• Transport and transfer patients, including discharge planning assistance.
• Assist staff, physicians, visitors and ancillary departments with routine patient care activities.

Skills

Patient care

Clerical skills

Medical terminology

Education

HS/GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) course

Job description

Huntsville Hospital Health System is seeking a Health Care Assistant (HCA) to support a nursing unit under the supervision of physicians and clinical staff. The role includes essential patient care duties, routine clerical tasks, and ensuring a safe, orderly environment.

Qualifications include HS/GED, with CNA course preferred; BCLS certification by orientation is required. Previous patient care and clerical experience are valued, along with familiarity with medical terminology.