127 assistant support jobs found in Decatur, AL

Overview Under the direct supervision of licensed nurses, the Emergency Room Attendant performs various duties to assist in the care of patients in accordance with established policies and procedures. These duties include, but are not limited to, obtaining EKG's, venipuncture, ambulation assistance, toilet assistance, feeding, measuring vital signs and blood glucose, and transporting. Qualifications Education/Licensure: Must have high school diploma or GED. Experience: No previous experience required, but preferred. Additional Skills/Abilities: BLS required before the conclusion of the orientation period. Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly.

Overview Under the direct supervision of licensed nurses, the Emergency Room Attendant performs various duties to assist in the care of patients in accordance with established policies and procedures. These duties include, but are not limited to, obtaining EKG's, venipuncture, ambulation assistance, toilet assistance, feeding, measuring vital signs and blood glucose, and transporting. Qualifications Education/Licensure: Must have high school diploma or GED. Experience: No previous experience required, but preferred. Additional Skills/Abilities: BLS required before the conclusion of the orientation period. Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly.

Overview Job Summary  Centered in a clinician provider practice, this individual acts as a collaborative member of the clinical team in providing continuity of and quality patient care.  Initiates patient care assessments, gathers vital signs, prepares patient and exam room for procedures, and collects specimens. Coordinates care for patients with chronic disease and manages effective care transitions for them within the continuum.  Partners with the provider care team for successful preventative care visits to reduce the severity of chronic disease and avoidable acute illness.  Provides effective clinical health coaching to assist patients with self-management of their chronic disease and life-style changes to mitigate health risk. Responsibilities Assess problems/conditions during workup and accurately documents in medical records. Assists provider in examination, treatment and referral of patient, preparing necessary...

Overview This position is assigned to the Surgery Center campus. The CRNA /CAA cares for patients at all acuity levels across the lifespan in a variety of settings for procedures including, but not limited to, surgical, obstetrical, diagnostic, therapeutic, and pain management. Responsibilities ·         Select, obtain, order, and administer preanesthetic medication or treatment. ·         Develop and implement an anesthesia care plan. ·         Select, obtain, prepare, and use equipment, invasive and non-invasive monitors, supplies, and drugs for the administration of sedation, anesthesia, and pain management services; perform safety checks as needed. ·         Select, order, obtain, and administer analgesic and anesthetic agents, adjuvant drugs, accessory drugs, fluids, or blood products necessary to provide anesthesia services. ·         Perform all aspects of airway management. ·...

Overview Performs a variety of patient care activities to assist physicians and practitioners. Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or GED required License, certification and/or registration: Current CPR Certification. Current Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA) Experience: Cardiology experience preferred Additional skills/abilities: Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe work environment. Ability to perform effectively in emergency and stressful situations. Ability to read, understand and respond to detailed oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate clearly. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, physicians, supervisors, and the public. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. Knowledge of the organization’s policies and procedures. Upholds effective work habits including, but not limited to,...

Overview Acts as collaborative member of the clinical team in providing continuity of and quality patient care. Initiates patient care, gathers vital signs, prepares patient and exam room for procedures, and collects specimens. Provides patient education and support as needed to assist physician, patient and family. Returns patient phone calls. Qualifications Education: High school diploma or GED required. License, certification and/or registration: BLS certification must be completed within the orientation period Experience: Minimum of one year clinic experience in family or pediatric care setting. Phlebotomy experience preferred. Minimum of one year experience working in a clinic setting Additional Skills/Abilities: Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly. Must be able to use computer, fax...

Overview The Orthopaedic Center is looking for a highly motivated Medical Assistant for our Athens, AL location. This opening is a full-time position averaging 40 hours per week. The MA will perform clinical and secretarial duties including assisting physicians with patient care and handling clerical and organizational tasks under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator. The MA must be able to communicate effectively with patients, TOC physicians and staff. Qualifications Education required: HS/GED License, Certification and/or Registration: ROT or CCMA certification required by first 90 days of employment Experience: Minimum one-year full-time clinical experience in healthcare preferred Additional Skills/Abilities: Ability to communicate effectively with patients, TOC physicians and staff Ability to work under pressure, multitask and meet deadlines Outstanding organizational, verbal and writing...

Overview The Orthopaedic Center is looking for a highly motivated Medical Assistant for our Athens, AL location. This opening is a full-time position averaging 40 hours per week. The MA will perform clinical and secretarial duties including assisting physicians with patient care and handling clerical and organizational tasks under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator. The MA must be able to communicate effectively with patients, TOC physicians and staff. Qualifications Education required: HS/GED License, Certification and/or Registration: ROT or CCMA certification required by first 90 days of employment Experience: Minimum one-year full-time clinical experience in healthcare preferred Additional Skills/Abilities: Ability to communicate effectively with patients, TOC physicians and staff Ability to work under pressure, multitask and meet deadlines Outstanding organizational, verbal and writing...

Overview The Medical Assistant (MA) delivers direct patient care in the clinical setting beginning with escorting the patient to the examination room, performing any treatments and procedures required by the physician, and ending with the discharging of the patient.  He/she recognizes, reports, and documents clinical observations.  He/she is responisble for coding the procedures correctly. Qualifications Education required: High School Diploma or GED License, Certification and/or registration: Current CPR Certification. Current Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA) Preferred Additional Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe work environment. Ability to perform effectively in emergency and stressful situations. Ability to read, understand and respond to detailed oral and written instructions Ability to communicate clearly Skill in establishing and...

Overview The ER Attendant performs various care activities and related services necessary in caring for the emergent and urgent needs and comfort of patients while assisting the RN and physician with functions in the Emergency Department. He/she works under the supervision of a licensed nurse. He/she performs other clerical duties using computer desktop applications. The ER Attendant participates in the orientation and training of personnel. Qualifications Required: High school graduate or equivalent. BLS certification. Some college preferred About Us Our Mission:  Be the Difference Our Vision: Excellence Always Our Values: Safety, Compassion, Innovation & Excellence Benefits: We are committed to providing competitive benefits. Our benefits package for eligible employees includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending; short term and long term disability;...

Overview The ER Attendant performs various care activities and related services necessary in caring for the emergent and urgent needs and comfort of patients while assisting the RN and physician with functions in the Emergency Department. He/she works under the supervision of a licensed nurse. He/she performs other clerical duties using computer desktop applications. The ER Attendant participates in the orientation and training of personnel. Qualifications Required: High school graduate or equivalent. BLS certification. Some college preferred About Us Our Mission:  Be the Difference Our Vision: Excellence Always Our Values: Safety, Compassion, Innovation & Excellence Benefits: We are committed to providing competitive benefits. Our benefits package for eligible employees includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending; short term and long term disability;...

Overview The Medical Assistant (MA) delivers direct patient care in the clinical setting beginning with escorting the patient to the examination room, performing any treatments and procedures required by the physician, and ending with the discharging of the patient.  He/she recognizes, reports, and documents clinical observations.  He/she is responisble for coding the procedures correctly. Qualifications Education required: High School Diploma or GED License, Certification and/or registration: Current CPR Certification. Current Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA) Preferred Additional Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe work environment. Ability to perform effectively in emergency and stressful situations. Ability to read, understand and respond to detailed oral and written instructions Ability to communicate clearly Skill in establishing and...

Overview Acts as collaborative member of the clinical team in providing continuity of and quality patient care. Initiates patient care, gathers vital signs, prepares patient and exam room for procedures, and collects specimens. Provides patient education and support as needed to assist physician, patient and family. Assists coworkers and draws blood as needed. Qualifications Education required: High school diploma or GED. Education preferred: Completion of certified medical assistant program, completion of the Huntsville Hospital Patient Care Tech program or CNA.  License, Certification and/or Registration: CNA or LPN Preferred. BLS must be received within the orientation period. Experience: Phlebotomy experience preferred. Minimum of one year experience working in a clinic setting preferred. Additional Skills/Abilities: Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced...

Overview Acts as collaborative member of the clinical team in providing continuity of and quality patient care. Initiates patient care, gathers vital signs, prepares patient and exam room for procedures, and collects specimens. Provides patient education and support as needed to assist physician, patient and family. Assists coworkers and draws blood as needed. Qualifications Education required: High school diploma or GED. Education preferred: Completion of certified medical assistant program, completion of the Huntsville Hospital Patient Care Tech program or CNA.  License, Certification and/or Registration: CNA or LPN Preferred. BLS must be received within the orientation period. Experience: Phlebotomy experience preferred. Minimum of one year experience working in a clinic setting preferred. Additional Skills/Abilities: Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced...

Overview The Nursing Student works as a Patient Care Aide until Apprentice Certification is obtained. The responsibilities of the Nursing Student include providing direct patient care and maintaining patient care standards. The Nursing Student must exhibit the ability to work with people form diverse socio-economic backgrounds; to organize, set priorities and manage multiple priorities, and to adapt to a rapidly changing environment. Qualifications Education required: High School diploma/GED. Candidates must be enrolled in a Board approved nursing education program and be selected for the RN apprenticeship program by the college or university. License, certification and/or registration: BLS required before the conclusion of hte orientation period.  About Us Build your career with us At Huntsville Hospital, Huntsville Hospital for Women & Children and Madison Hospital, you’ll...

Overview The Nursing Student works as a Patient Care Aide until Apprentice Certification is obtained. The responsibilities of the Nursing Student include providing direct patient care and maintaining patient care standards. The Nursing Student must exhibit the ability to work with people form diverse socio-economic backgrounds; to organize, set priorities and manage multiple priorities, and to adapt to a rapidly changing environment. Qualifications Education required: High School diploma/GED. Candidates must be enrolled in a Board approved nursing education program and be selected for the RN apprenticeship program by the college or university. License, certification and/or registration: BLS required before the conclusion of hte orientation period.  About Us Build your career with us At Huntsville Hospital, Huntsville Hospital for Women & Children and Madison Hospital, you’ll...

Overview Performs a wide variety of technical patient care activities and clerical support related to patients admitted to Emergency Services. Assists nursing personnel by performing routine patient care activities. Qualifications Education/Licensure/Certifications: High school diploma or GED required. Experience: Prior medical experience preferred. Additional Skills/Abilities: Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly. Must be familiar with emergency procedures, legal requirements and standard nursing procedures. Must be certified in BLS for Healthcare Providers. BLS for Healthcare Providers must be obtained in the orientation period. Knowledge of hospital forms and patient identification equipment preferred. Must have a working knowledge of medical terminology. Must be familiar with multi-line...

Overview Acts as collaborative member of the clinical team in providing continuity of and quality patient care. Responsible for registration, insurance verification, scheduling, and answering of telephone. Initiates patient care assessments, gathers vital signs, prepares patient and exam room for procedures, and collects specimens.  Provides patient education and support as needed to assist physician, patient and family.  Returns patient phone calls. Qualifications Education: High school diploma or GED required.  Must be a Certified Medical Assistant. Experience:  Minimum of one year clinic experience in clinic setting.  Phlebotomy experience preferred. Previous customer service experience preferred. Typing, word processing, computer, and telephone skills preferred. Additional Skills/Abilities:  Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing...

Overview Acts as collaborative member of the clinical team in providing continuity of and quality patient care. Responsible for registration, insurance verification, scheduling, and answering of telephone. Initiates patient care assessments, gathers vital signs, prepares patient and exam room for procedures, and collects specimens.  Provides patient education and support as needed to assist physician, patient and family.  Returns patient phone calls. Qualifications Education: High school diploma or GED required.  Must be a Certified Medical Assistant. Experience:  Minimum of one year clinic experience in clinic setting.  Phlebotomy experience preferred. Previous customer service experience preferred. Typing, word processing, computer, and telephone skills preferred. Additional Skills/Abilities:  Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing...

Overview Performs a variety of patient care activities to assist physicians and practitioners. Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or GED required License, certification and/or registration: Current CPR Certification. Current Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA) Experience: Cardiology experience preferred Additional skills/abilities: Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe work environment. Ability to perform effectively in emergency and stressful situations. Ability to read, understand and respond to detailed oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate clearly. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, physicians, supervisors, and the public. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. Knowledge of the organization’s policies and procedures. Upholds effective work habits including, but not limited to,...