PARA MEDICAL ASSISTANT (PMA) I, II, III & (PMA) - MENTAL HEALTH (EL & FP)
Job Description
Position Overview
This position is part of the Department of Health's Hiring Innovation for Rapid Employment (HIRE) Pilot Project. The role involves performing duties directly related to patient care as a member of a treatment or nursing team within hospital or medically oriented institutions. The selected candidate will undergo a comprehensive review of the application packet to ensure the minimum qualifications have been met before a conditional offer is issued. Compensation: Salary ranges from $4,218 per month for Level I/Entry Level (HE-02) to $4,726 per month for Level III (HE-06). This posting is for the State of Hawaii, Department of Health, and the position is located on the island of Oahu.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct interpersonal care to patients as part of a treatment or nursing team.
- Observe and report various physical and mental symptoms and conditions.
- Implement care and treatment procedures in hospital or medically oriented environments.
- Participate actively in the activities of the treatment team.
Required Qualifications
- Applicants must have progressively responsible experience, as defined by the PMA levels (I-III) and PMA-MH criteria.
- For PMA I-III Specialized Experience: Experience in health facilities (e.g., hospitals, clinics) focused on patient care, including observation and implementation of care procedures.
- PMA-MH Entry Level requires knowledge of personal hygiene and bodily care.
- PMA-MH Full Performance requires at least one (1) year of experience performing direct personal care and nursing support tasks, including taking vital signs, first aid, and practicing infection control.
- Candidates must meet the legal work authorization requirements for the State of Hawaii (U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident alien, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States).
For additional details and to submit a complete application packet, please visit: https://health.hawaii.gov/employment/job-opportunities/. The recruitment deadline is continuous.