Healthcare Aide

Overview

M42 provides care across the entire healthcare journey, ranging from primary services to advanced specialty treatment. Using modern health technologies and precision medicine, the organization aims to deliver highly effective, efficient, and patient-centered outcomes. With operations across more than 480 facilities in 27 countries and a workforce of over 20,000 people, M42 is positioned as a major global healthcare provider.

Amana Healthcare is recognized as a leading provider of long-term care and rehabilitation in the Middle East and GCC, and is a pioneer in post-acute care within the region. Its services include long-term care, post-acute rehabilitation, transitional care, and home healthcare. As part of the M42 network, Amana focuses on delivering high-quality, patient-centered support for individuals who need complex care or extended recovery assistance.

The Healthcare Aide supports patients receiving mental health services by helping with everyday care tasks while maintaining safety, dignity, and emotional comfort. The role partners closely with the clinical team to help create a therapeutic, respectful, and patient-focused setting.

Responsibilities

• Support patients with routine daily activities such as personal hygiene, movement, meals, and comfort, while preserving their dignity and respect.
• Monitor patients for changes in behavior, mood, or physical condition and promptly share accurate updates with the clinical team.
• Assist with carrying out care plans under the direction of nurses and mental health professionals.
• Help keep the care setting safe, clean, and therapeutic in line with infection prevention, safety, and mental health care standards.
• Offer reassurance and emotional support to patients to encourage a calm and supportive environment.
• Follow confidentiality requirements, ethical practices, organizational policies, and respect for patient rights and well-being.

Requirements

• A high school certificate or an equivalent qualification is required; Healthcare Aide or Nursing Assistant certification is preferred.
• At least 1 to 3 years of experience in healthcare or mental health support is needed; prior mental health experience is considered an advantage.
• Working knowledge of patient care, safety procedures, and infection control practices.
• A compassionate, patient-centered attitude with strong communication abilities.

Additional Information

This position is based in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates and is a full-time, onsite role. No stipend or salary amount was specified in the source.

The job focuses on direct support for patients in a mental health care setting and emphasizes dignity, safety, emotional reassurance, and teamwork with clinical staff.