Respite Assistant (59990)

Circle the City; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle the City is seeking a Respite Assistant in Phoenix, AZ to provide essential clinical and clerical support to patients healing from illness. The role involves transportation for patients, collaboration with medical staff, and maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality.

Qualified candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED, and ideally be certified as a Nursing Assistant, along with strong communication skills. The position emphasizes care for underserved populations and requires a valid Arizona driver's license and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Proficient in reading and writing skills in English.
• Experience working with underserved populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and clerical support services.
• Collaborate with Program Manager/Nursing Staff.
• Ensure confidentiality, rights, and dignity of patients.

Skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Communication and customer service skills

Ability to obtain and record vital signs

Bilingual – Spanish (highly desired)

Ability to work in fast-paced environments

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant program (preferred)

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Midtown Medical Respite Center - Phoenix, AZ 85013

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, and communicate 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 and Skills:

• 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.

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.