Health Care Assistant

Founded in 1966, Friendship offers diverse senior living accommodations, award-winning care, new and innovative services, as well as specialized rehab and therapy, to over 1,500 residents and patients each day. With four campuses, the earliest dating back to 1919, Friendship has grown to offer the full continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, home care, outpatient therapy, inpatient rehab, long-term care and Alzheimer's and memory care. As a non-profit, Friendship provides a caring community to serve a wide-range of residents including those with limited financial means. Visit friendship.us for more information.

Friendship is looking for Health Care Assistants to join our Friendship team, located in Roanoke and Salem, VA. The Health Care Assistant position provides quality assistance to nursing staff; implements specific procedures and programs designated by facility processes; coordinates work within the department, as well as with other departments; reports pertinent information to the immediate supervisor; responds to inquiries or requests for information and assists the immediate supervisor with tasks to support department operations

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Assist with resident admissions, transfers and discharges as instructed by licensed nurse.
• Fill water pitchers, make beds, pass trays and empty trash.
• Report any injuries to supervisor immediately.
• Attend and participate in continuing education programs designed to keep you abreast of changes in your profession.
• Ensure resident has adequate supplies and that Orbitz is utilized appropriately for tracking/charging purposes.
• Provide companion care to residents.
• Assist CNAs as needed.
• Assist in dining area and passing meals to residents.
• Act as runner for supplies for units.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Interest in health care field required
• This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching all day. The employee must frequently lift or move objects weighing over 50 pounds

Benefits for Full Time Positions:

• 401(k) retirement plan along with employer match
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary insurance (additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness, short term disability)

Friendship values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military.