Health Aid

Looking for a rewarding and stable healthcare career with great benefits and a purpose-driven mission The VA North Texas Healthcare System is seeking dedicated Health Aides to provide essential care and support to Veterans in a structured residential rehabilitation setting. Enjoy consistent schedules competitive pay and the opportunity to grow your skills while serving those whove served our country.

WORKSITE:
Sam Rayburn Memorial VAMC
1201 E 9th Street
Bonham TX 75418-4059

WORK SCHEDULE:
40 hours per week; shift variations include:

• Sunday Thursday: 11:30 PM 8:00 AM

• Tuesday Saturday: 7:30 AM 4:00 PM or 3:30 PM 12:00 AM

PAY RATE:
$28.00 per hour

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Paid sick leave based on state regulations after 90 days of employment

• Medical dental and vision coverage after a waiting period (60% paid by Fortuna)

• Free TeleMedicine and Mental Health support for all employees and their families

• Additional voluntary benefits: Group Life Insurance Accidental Insurance Critical Care Short-Term Disability

WHAT YOULL DO:

• Provide day-to-day care and support to veterans in a 24/7 Domiciliary setting

• Listen to patient concerns observe behaviors conduct rounding and report condition or behavior changes to clinical staff

• Lead therapeutic and recreational activities

• Assist with patient intake and discharge

• Monitor patient behavior to maintain a safe and structured environment

• Escort patients and ensure supervision and therapeutic engagement throughout the recovery process

• Perform therapeutic and supportive tasks assisting physicians and rehabilitation personnel

• Observe patients for symptoms reactions and indications to treatment

• Assist in group or individual therapy sessions

• Provide supportive assistance to patients on maintenance therapy

• Follow all VA North Texas Healthcare System guidelines and policies

• Maintain accurate records follow infection control guidelines and wear appropriate PPE

• Occasionally serve as receptionist at the Bonham Domiciliary front desk greeting patients and assisting with inquiries

WHAT YOULL BRING:

• Proof of BLS and/or ACLS certification

• High School Diploma and two years (minimum 12 semester hours) of post-secondary study in health sciences nursing behavioral science social science guidance counseling teaching biological sciences or a related field

• Minimum one (1) year of direct patient care performing therapeutic and supportive duties in a rehabilitation or medical setting

• Documented experience providing residential rehabilitation patient care

• Three (3) professional references (name address capacity and phone number) including the current or most recent supervisor

• Ability to follow directions determine care priorities and maintain professional communication

• Computer literacy and ability to use electronic health record systems

• Must be technically proficient fluent in English (speaking reading writing) and meet VA ethical and professional standards

• Must adhere to VA Medical Staff By-Laws rules and facility dress code

• Must meet all physical health and competency requirements

Fortuna operates as a staffing agency that sources screens and presents potential candidates for employment opportunities on behalf of our clients.

Fortuna was founded in 2012 by practicing professionals with more than 50 combined years of experience. Our headquarters is in McClellan California with offices in Los Angeles and New York and satellite offices in the Philippines and Israel. Fortuna is an active member of multiple California service agreements including the CMAS ITMSA (Tier 2) and CalPERS SpringFed Pool as well as multiple municipalities and large corporation vendor pools.

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