Entry Level Healthcare Worker — Patient Care, Nursing Assistant, Phlebotomy and Medical Records Roles, US Employers

Hospitals, clinics, nursing homes and home care agencies across the United States hire entry-level staff to support patients and clinical teams, often with training on the job.

Typical roles

• Patient care assistants and nursing assistants
• Home health and personal care aides
• Phlebotomists
• Medical records specialists and unit secretaries

Requirements

• Usually a high school diploma or equivalent; some roles need a certificate or short course
• Nursing home nurse aides: at least 75 hours of approved training, a competency evaluation and a place on the state registry
• A background check and, for many roles, Basic Life Support certification

Before you apply

Note: pay, training and certification requirements are set by each employer and by state law — not by JobGader. Confirm the details on the employer's own posting before applying.