What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Safety Attendant position at Legacy Health?
Overview
The nursing philosophy at Legacy focuses on our patients and their families. Everything we do centers around them. At Legacy, you will be part of an interprofessional team focused on one goal: making life better for our patients and the community. If you believe this is an environment in which you would thrive, we invite you to consider this opportunity.
Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center is East County’s full-service hospital, always expanding to meet the community’s growing needs and offering an award-winning patient experience delivered with a personal touch. We offer advanced imaging, a modern emergency department, a welcoming family birth center, surgical services, intensive care, cancer care, gastroenterology and more.
Responsibilities
The Safety Attendant participates as a member of the healthcare team by assisting the Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) and RN. This team member will be responsible for ensuring a safe environment for patients requiring direct or indirect observation.
This position is an integral part of the team approach to patient care and may be asked to perform various tasks and procedures to contribute to the safe and efficient flow of patients through the department.
Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent. Training or coursework in behavioral health field preferred.
Experience:
Two years experience in a health care setting preferred. Acute care experience preferred.
Skills:
Able to work in a fast-paced environment with ability to prioritize multiple assignments.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.
LEGACY’S VALUES IN ACTION:
Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy’s Values in Action.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled
Licensure
AHA BLS for Health Care Provider required.
Pay Range
USD $16.80 - USD $24.03 /Hr.Working Conditions
Risk of exposure to blood and body fluids . Must be able to lift push pull 20 40 pounds. Risk of exposure to hazardous airborne pathogens particles Annual N95 HMR Full Face fit testing and E required .Salary : $17 - $24
