Respite Assistant

Circle-the-Cit; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle-the-Cit in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Respite Assistant to provide clinical and clerical support as patients heal from recent illness. The role includes transporting patients, ensuring continuity of care, and assisting with daily tasks to support a safe, compassionate environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, CNA/MA program completion preferred, and a valid AZ driver’s license. BLS certification is a plus, with bilingual Spanish highly desired to aid the underserved

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Able to obtain and record vital signs accurately.
• Proficient in reading and writing skills in English.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Bi-lingual Spanish highly desired.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license, active license for at least 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and clerical support in a care setting.
• Transport patients to off-site appointments using center vans.
• Ensure continuity of patient care and effective team communication.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and dignity at all times.
• Perform clerical tasks and manage phones when needed.
• Support daily dorm cleaning and patient laundry as required.
• Coordinate mealtime needs for patients and assist with meals.

Skills

Medical terminology

Vital signs

Reading/Writing English

Communication

Customer service

Bi-lingual Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA/MA program completion preferred

BLS Certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: East Valley Medical Respite Center - Mesa, AZ 85205

Salary Range: $46,000.00 - $52,000.00

Summary of Position

The purpose of this position is to provide both clinical and clerical support services in a setting that delivers care to patients while they heal from a recent illness. A Respite Assistant assures the continuity of client care, providing an essential link for communication involving all team members. The Respite Assistant is also available to transport patients as needed for appointments and to serve as a driver for the pickup and delivery of supplies.

Essential Duties

• Collaborates with Program Manager/Nursing Staff throughout each shift to determine work assignments and priorities, as well as communicate the status of delegated task completion and outcome of patient data findings.
• Maintains timely, ongoing verbal and written communication to ensure good care of patients and the effective running of the Medical Respite Center.
• Provides safe and timely transportation for patients to off-site appointments as assigned by supervisor using the Respite Center’s vans including running errands as needed by supervisor.
• Treats each patient in a manner that preserves and supports patient confidentiality, patient rights, and patient dignity.
• Checks inventories weekly, reports needs, and stocks supplies.
• Assist any patient with personal hygiene as needed.
• Assists with copying and clerical tasks as needed.
• Phone coverage and triage of calls when necessary.
• Provides personal care and one-to-one support for patients needing end-of-life care.
• Assists with daily dorm cleaning and patient laundry.
• Coordinate mealtime needs including setting out food for patients to pick up and cleaning up after the meals are finished.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Able to obtain and record vital signs accurately.
• Proficient in reading and writing skills in English.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment.
• Demonstrated interest in working with an underserved population.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant and/or Medical Assistant program preferred
• Behavioral Health Technician certification may be considered in lieu of Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• Food Handlers Card.
• Bi-lingual- Spanish highly desired.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license, active license for at least 3 years.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All resumes will be reviewed for education and experience.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.