Health Care Assistant Weekend-Neuro Progressive Care Unit-PT-1st shift

Huntsville Hospital Health System • Huntsville, AL

91d

About The Position

Under the direction of the physicians and clinical staff, the Health Care Assistant supports the assigned unit by providing technical patient care services and support related to patients on the nursing unit. Additionally, assists staff, physicians, visitors, and ancillary departments with routine patient care activities and clerical support as needed. Patient Care activities include vital signs, activities of daily living, transport, and transfer of patients to include discharge. Clerical support includes directing incoming calls and responding to patient calls, entering patient charges in the computer system, maintaining patient charts, unit files, and secretarial supply levels, and being responsible for maintaining a safe and orderly environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant and/or Huntsville Hospital Health Care Assistant course preferred.
• BCLS certification required by the conclusion of orientation.
• Previous patient care and/or two years clerical experience with a successful work history.
• Familiarity with medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical patient care services and support on the nursing unit.
• Assist staff, physicians, visitors, and ancillary departments with routine patient care activities.
• Perform patient care activities including vital signs and activities of daily living.
• Transport and transfer patients, including during discharge.
• Direct incoming calls and respond to patient calls.
• Enter patient charges in the computer system.
• Maintain patient charts and unit files.
• Manage secretarial supply levels.
• Ensure a safe and orderly environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Short term and long term disability.
• Retirement account options with 401K organization match.
• Nurse residency program.
• Tuition assistance and student loan reimbursement.
• On-site training and education opportunities.
• Employee discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, and tickets to shows.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees