Huntsville Hospital Health System·Huntsville, Alabama
Performs basic therapeutic procedures and supports team members to ensure optimal patient care. Assists within lab rooms and maintains accuracy in reporting diagnostic procedures for cardiac patients.
Overview Performs repetitive and basic therapeutic procedures consistent with the duties of a Patient Care Aide. Supports team members by assisting as needed to assure optimal patient care. Assists with duties (within scope of limitations) in lab rooms when needed.
Education: High School diploma/GED required. BCLS required within 90 days of employment. EKG Competency Testing is required within the first 90 days of employment and annually; visual identification of 5 Lethal Cardiac Rhythms, passing with a score of 100% Experience: Minimum of six months in the Patient Care Aide role or equivalent position. Possesses knowledge of basic understanding of cardiopulmonary anatomy. Additional Skills/Abilities: Ability to adapt to a fast paced dynamic work environment related to changing daily work schedules, working with patients with acute, chronic, and complex cardiac disease and maintains absolute integrity in the accurate performance and reporting of diagnostic procedures. Ability to learn techniques quickly and accurately. About Us Highlights of our hospitals Huntsville Hospital was recently named Best Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report. With 971 beds, a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emergency Department and Level 1 Trauma Center in the state with our own specialized Red Shirt Trauma Program, there are many opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills. We are a certified Primary Stroke Center and named "One of the Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation with Great Heart Programs." From six cath labs and four EP labs to multiple medical and step-down units, you can continually grow your skillset! We offer a training center on campus for continuing education, Shared Governance Program, Clinical Ladder for professional development, The Daisy Award, and if you are a new grad, a Nurse Residency Program to help you transition from student to professional nurse. We care about you and your well-being by offering an excellent benefits package, childcare, health and wellness programs, an onsite employee pharmacy, a free health clinic, tuition assistance, and much more. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are a partner to the U.S. Army’s Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) program. Ask us about incentives and additional opportunities. Huntsville Hospital 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; several retirement account options with 401K organization match; nurse residency program; tuition assistance; student loan reimbursement; On-site training and education opportunities; Employee Discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and much more! Learn more about Huntsville Hospital Health System: Careers: https://careers.hhsys.org/careers-home
https://careers.hhsys.org/why-hh-health/benefits/benefits-at-huntsville-hospital/ Education & Professional Development: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/education Life In Huntsville: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/about-huntsville-al
Requires a high school diploma or GED, BCLS certification, and EKG competency testing. Candidates must have at least six months of experience as a Patient Care Aide or in an equivalent role.
Market context
In Alabama, cardiovascular aide and cath lab support roles tend to draw steady interest because they sit close to procedural care and require hands-on clinical readiness. This role is competitive because employers typically look for a high school diploma or GED, BCLS certification, EKG competency testing, and at least six months of patient care aide or equivalent experience. Before applying, confirm your EKG and BCLS credentials are current; the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, saving you research time.
