Patient Care Assistant: Compassionate Med/Surg Support

mhnetwork; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Cabell Huntington Hospital in Huntington, WV is seeking a full-time Patient Care Assistant to support the 2 South Med Surg team. The role involves direct and indirect patient care, vital signs, charting, and assistance with daily living activities under nursing supervision.

Candidates must provide required certifications/documents, CPR within 90 days, and Glucoscan within 90 days. 1–2 years of experience is preferred. High school diploma or equivalent required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Medical Assistant degree or WV CNA license or PCT certification.
• CPR within 90 days of employment.
• Glucoscan within 90 days of employment.
• 1–2 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect non-professional nursing care under supervision.
• Perform patient care activities, vital signs, lab specimen collection, charting.
• Escort patients, assist with activities of daily living, manage clerical duties.
• Order and receive supplies and support nursing staff as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Clinical documentation

Education

Medical Assistant degree

West Virginia CNA license

PCT Certification

Tools

Glucoscan

Vital signs equipment

EMR system

Job description

Cabell Huntington Hospital in Huntington, WV is seeking a full-time Patient Care Assistant to support the 2 South Med Surg team. The role involves direct and indirect patient care, vital signs, charting, and assistance with daily living activities under nursing supervision.

Candidates must provide required certifications/documents, CPR within 90 days, and Glucoscan within 90 days. 1–2 years of experience is preferred. High school diploma or equivalent required.