Patient Care Assistant – Med/Surg

University Hospital Sharjah is recruiting a Patient Care Assistant for its Medical-Surgical department. The position supports registered nurses by carrying out non-licensed patient-care activities and helping to meet patients’ daily comfort, safety and personal needs. The assistant will work under the direction of the nursing team and contribute to a clean, organised and supportive ward environment.

This is a hands-on support role involving regular contact with patients and clinical staff. The assistant must respect patient dignity and privacy, follow infection-control procedures and report concerns to the assigned nurse or team leader. Previous UAE experience and experience in an internationally accredited hospital are considered advantages.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist nurses with basic patient-care activities within the limits of a non-licensed role.
• Help patients turn, move and travel safely using stretchers or wheelchairs.
• Support meal delivery, feeding assistance and recording of fluid intake for the assigned nurse.
• Prepare beds, tidy patient rooms and report unsafe conditions to the team leader.
• Weigh ambulatory patients and accompany patients for X-ray, ECG and CT procedures.
• Clean after procedures and handle used instruments in line with standard precautions.
• Check and replenish designated supply rooms and prepare clinical areas.
• Observe patient comfort and privacy and report equipment faults or unusual concerns promptly.

Requirements and Qualifications

• At least two years of nursing, assistant or related healthcare experience.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Previous UAE experience is an advantage.
• Experience in an internationally accredited hospital, such as a JCIA-accredited facility, is also an advantage.

Skills and Competencies

• Kind and respectful communication with patients.
• Awareness of hygiene, infection prevention and safe handling.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under nursing supervision.
• Organisation, teamwork and attention to changes in the care environment.

Employment Details

The position is based at University Hospital Sharjah in Sharjah, UAE. The role operates within hospital policies, professional scope of practice, patient-safety procedures and applicable UAE regulatory requirements. Successful team members are expected to maintain accurate records, communicate clearly with colleagues and contribute to safe, coordinated care.