Patient Care Assistant (PCA) - Behavioral Health

North Alabama Shoals Hospital; Muscle Shoals (AL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

North Alabama Shoals Hospital is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Assistant (PCA) for Behavioral Health. In this full-time role, you will support a clinical team, monitor patients, assist with daily living activities, and help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment.

Join a mission-driven team committed to compassionate care, ongoing education, and professional growth within a community hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Geriatric experience preferred, especially from long-term care or acute settings.
• PCA/DCA, SRNA, or EMT experience preferred but not required.
• Current BLS certification (can be obtained after hire).
• Handle with Care training preferred.
• Interest in phlebotomy is a plus; training may be provided with pay incentive.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs and intake/output.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
• Observes and reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
• Maintains clean, safe, and well-stocked patient rooms and common areas.
• Manages the tech desk and supports nursing/physician staff and department throughput.
• Documents care and activities per unit standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned; participates in performance improvement and required education.

Skills

Geriatric experience

PCA/DCA/SRNA/EMT experience

BLS certification

Handle with Care

Phlebotomy interest

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

North Alabama Shoals Hospital

Patient Care Assistant (PCA) - Behavioral Health

Job Type: Full Time | Varied

Schedule: 3 x 12-hour shifts

Your Experience Matters

North Alabama Shoals Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier

Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team

At North Alabama Shoals Hospital Behavioral Health Unit, our team is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals experiencing mental health challenges. As part of a trusted community hospital, we work collaboratively to create a safe, supportive environment focused on healing, recovery, and dignity. Our caregivers are passionate about making a meaningful difference in patients' lives through teamwork, empathy, and clinical excellence. If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to impact lives while growing your healthcare career, you'll find a supportive and mission-driven team here at Shoals Hospital.

How You'll Contribute

• Performs basic patient care as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurate intake/output recording.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
• Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
• Maintains clean, safe, and well-stocked patient rooms and common areas.
• Manages the tech desk and supports nursing/physician staff and overall department throughput.
• Documents care and activities per unit standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned; participates in performance improvement and required education.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We're Looking For

Applicants should have a High School Diploma (or equivalent). Additional requirements include:

• Geriatric experience preferred, particulary from a nursing home or acute care setting.
• PCA/DCA , SRNA, or EMT Experience preferred but not required
• Current BLS certification, can be obtained after hire
• Handle with Care preferred
• Interest in phlebotomy is a plus, and the facility offers phlebotomy training with an additional pay incentive.

More About North Alabama Shoals Hospital

North Alabama Shoals Hospital is a 198-bed general acute care facility that boasts spacious, private rooms for all patients, a 24-hour emergency department, medical and oncology services; medical/surgical inpatient units; and intensive care and short-stay surgery units. Shoals also operates the region's only in-patient acute rehabilitation facility, the J. W. Sommer Rehabilitation Unit, and the Shoals Senior Care Center, the Shoals' only psychiatric unit dedicated to our senior adults.

North Alabama Shoals Hospital is Joint Commission accredited, is a Blue Cross/Blue Shield Tier 2 Hospital, and has received a Blue Distinguished award in hip and knee replacements. This facility employs over 300 individuals and has more than 100 physicians on staff.

EEOC Statement

"North Alabama Shoals Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. North Alabama Shoals Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.