PARA MEDICAL ASSISTANT (PMA) I

Full Job Description

HOW TO APPLY: See “Other Information” Below Please be advised that the hiring process for this position is part of the Department of Health’s Hiring Innovation for Rapid Employment (HIRE) Pilot Project.

The Pilot Project will defer the traditional screening of applications for minimum qualifications until after a selection has been made.

Therefore, the referral of an application to the hiring manager and the opportunity to interview for the position do not indicate that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position, nor do they guarantee employment.

If selected for the role, a comprehensive review of the application packet will occur to ensure that the minimum qualifications are met.

If the selectee is deemed qualified, a conditional offer will be issued.

This posting is for the State of Hawaii, Department of Health

The position is located on the Island of KALAUPAPA

Salary: Level I and Entry Level $4,218 per month (HE-02)

The State Recruiting Office will refer all inquiries regarding this civil service recruitment to the Department of Health.

Requirements

The primary purpose of this position is to provide direct patient care under the general supervision of a Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, or a Physician. Duties and responsibilities include assisting patients with activities of daily living, taking vital stats and reporting significant changs, assisting in admissions, transfers, and discharges, escorting patients to designated areas, assisting with physical examinations and rehabilitation programs, collecting specimen for analysis; assisting with recreational activities; using of medical tools and equipment; and maintaining a clean and safe environment.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience may not be gained concurrently. In addition, qualifying work experience is credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Experience Requirement: Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience of the kind and quality described below, and in the amounts shown below in the following table, or any equivalent combination of training and experience:

PMA I SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: For the Para-Medical Assistant I level, no specialized experience is required, although the background of the applicant must show that he/she possesses patience, tact, even temperament in meeting and dealing with others, and productive habits.

SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION:Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license. Please attach a copy to your application.

Who May Apply

LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK REQUIREMENT: The State of Hawaii requires that all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.

Additional Information

Complete Application Packet at: https://health.hawaii.gov/employment/job-opportunities/

Recruitment deadline is continuous.