Health Care Assistant
Open Hospital Limited
Job Overview
Location
Abuja, FCT, Nigeria
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Arrangement
On-site
Sector
Healthcare & Medical
Experience Level
Entry Level (0-2 years)
About the Company
Open Hospital Limited is a privately owned healthcare facility dedicated to prioritizing your health and comfort. We are committed to providing quality healthcare you can trust, delivered with compassion.
Operating under the Open Health Foundation, our mission is to offer accessible, patient-centered medical services to individuals and families in Abuja, Nigeria. We strive to be a beacon of reliable and empathetic healthcare within the community.
Job Description
Open Hospital Limited is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Health Care Assistant to support our healthcare professionals in Abuja. This full-time role is essential for providing quality patient care and ensuring a safe, comfortable, and clean environment for all individuals under our care.
As a Health Care Assistant, you will assist patients with daily activities, including bathing, feeding, dressing, and mobility. You will also monitor vital signs, report changes to nursing staff, and aid in patient admissions and discharges. Maintaining the cleanliness of patient areas and assisting nursing staff with routine tasks are key responsibilities.
We are looking for individuals who are patient, reliable, and possess good communication skills. The ability to follow instructions and work effectively under supervision is crucial. Prior experience in a healthcare setting is advantageous but not mandatory.
To apply for this role, click the Apply button on this page and follow the instructions.
Required Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Assist patients with daily activities such as bathing, feeding, dressing, and mobility.
- Monitor patients’ vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration) and report changes to nurses or doctors.
- Help with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in patient areas and wards.
- Assist nursing staff with routine procedures and care tasks.
- Provide emotional support and companionship to patients.
- Help ensure that medical equipment and supplies are clean and ready for use.
- Record patient information accurately as instructed by supervising staff.
Qualifications
- Minimum of SSCE or equivalent qualification.
- Certificate or training in Health Care Assistance is an advantage.
- Compassionate, patient, and reliable.
- Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle physically demanding tasks.
- Previous experience in a hospital, clinic, or care facility (preferred).
- Knowledge of basic patient care procedures and infection control (preferred).
How to Apply
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<p>Join Open Hospital Limited as a Health Care Assistant and provide essential support to our nursing and medical teams. You will play a crucial role in ensuring patients receive attentive daily care, maintaining their comfort, and contributing to a safe and hygienic environment. This position is vital for the smooth operation of our patient care services.</p>
Posted Date
March 20, 2026
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