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Health Aide 2 HCS021The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD), is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Health Aide at Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta, located in Decatur, GA.Salary Range - $36,608.00 - $40,144.00 based on experienceShifts: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AMJob Description: Provide basic patient care and work with patients/clients to develop daily living skills. May take vital signs.Job Responsibilities:Answers clients call signalsAssists in administration of medications and treatments, takes vital signs, and/or draws blood or collects other bodily fluids, as directed by a physician or nurseBathes, grooms, shave and dresses clientsConducts activities for recreation and socializationEnsures safety and security of clientsFeeds clients who are unable to feed themselvesObserves and documents patient data, behavior and activityPrepares clients for treatment or examinationProvides clients with help walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bedTransports and/or accompanies clients to treatment units, using a wheelchair or stretcherReceives additional training, as required, to gain full proficiency and experience in all areas.Due to the volume of resumes/applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. Please be assured that your resume/application will be evaluated and we will contact you if we need clarification or additional information. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted by the hiring agency.This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.Six months experience performing direct care activities, basic nursing procedures and/or training for persons with physical/mental health and substance abuse disabilities and/or recent military service in a related field. Proficient in computer skills.Georgia Regional Hospital – Atlanta - Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma/GED and six (6) months of experience in a related field; one (1) year of experience required at the lower-level Health Aide 1 (HCS020) or position equivalent.Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.
Worksite address
decatur, GA, 30030, US
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