Patient Care Assistant: Compassionate Support & Vital Signs

Paycom - ATS; Alabama; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS in Alabama is seeking a patient care assistant to support nurses with vital sign checks, grooming, and daily living activities. You will assist with mobility, meals, and transport for tests or procedures, focusing on safety and compassionate care.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, CNA or patient care assistant program certification, and BLS. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, plus basic computer literacy, are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; basic computer skills.
• Successful completion of accredited patient care assistant or CNA program; BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Check vital signs and blood glucose levels as directed.
• Assist with grooming activities including bathing, hair washing and brushing.
• Change and clean patients with incontinence garments and bedpans.
• Assist patients walking, getting out of bed, changing clothing, and eating.
• Transport patients to other areas of the hospital for testing or procedure(s).
• Demonstrate and encourage team behavior and exceptional patient/guest experiences.
• Uphold and promote patient safety and quality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Basic computer skills

Medical terminology

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified nursing assistant (CNA) program certification or patient care assistant program

BLS certification

Job description

Paycom - ATS in Alabama is seeking a patient care assistant to support nurses with vital sign checks, grooming, and daily living activities. You will assist with mobility, meals, and transport for tests or procedures, focusing on safety and compassionate care.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, CNA or patient care assistant program certification, and BLS. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, plus basic computer literacy, are essential.