Health Care Assistant - DMC

Supports the provision of safe, patient and family-focused quality care. Assists in the daily functioning of the clinic/department in support of patient care while maintaining confidentiality. Supports the successful achievements of the Satellite Clinic Operations strategic goals.

• Prioritizes tasks ensuring effective functioning of the area.


• Keeps all medical equipment and examination rooms clean and ready for use.


• Ensures a safe working environment through strict compliance with Hospital Policy and Procedures regarding safety, infection and security.


• Ensure clinic stock as per the needs and no expired items.


• Maintains a safe, hygienic working environment in accordance with Joint Commission International Accreditation (JCIA) standards.


• Ensures the completion of environmental assessment of the clinic.


• Ensures the Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) and Mandatory Education are completed within the time frame.


• Performs additional duties as specified by the Senior Staff Nurse or Clinic/Nurse Manager.

• Minimum of nine (9) years of basic education with eighteen (18) months – two (2) years of Nurse Training, or a minimum of twelve (12) years of basic education with one (1) year of Nurse Training - six (6) months Health Care Assistant certification course

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of one (1) to two (2) years of experience as a nursing assistant


• Fluent in English, spoken and written


• Arabic speaker is desirable


• Demonstrates skills in assessment of patient, and family’s physical and psychological needs


• Demonstrates skill in coordination and planning of care and prioritizes care based on individual needs


• Heart saver / Basic Life Support