On-Site Patient Observer (Remote Patient Safety Monitor)

Mount Sinai Hospital (Toronto), Sinai Health; Toronto; Remote; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks an On-Site Patient Observer to enhance patient safety through remote monitoring. This entry-level role at Mount Sinai Hospital involves maintaining visual observation, documenting behaviors, and communicating with patients to ensure their safety. Candidates should possess a High School Diploma and relevant healthcare certifications, as well as strong communication and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Health Care Aide or Personal Support Worker certificate preferred.
• Experience with remote patient safety monitoring is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain visual observation of patients via video monitoring.
• Document patient activities and incidents.
• Notify care team members of safety concerns.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Proficiency in medical terminology

Multi-tasking ability

Good judgment

Education

High School Diploma

Health Care Aide or Personal Support Worker certificate

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Sinai Health is seeking Patient Observers to provide on-site monitoring of groups of patients using remote video monitoring. The role requires physical presence at Mount Sinai Hospital Campus.

As part of the patient care team, the Patient Observer (Remote Patient Safety Monitor) offers enhanced observation of assigned patients through remote video and audio devices to prevent injury or harm.

In This Role You Will

• Maintain visual observation of patients via video monitoring software
• Document patient activities, behaviors, and incidents
• Use two-way audio to communicate with patients for redirection and safety
• Notify care team members of safety concerns or incidents
• Follow instructions from healthcare professionals
• Escalate concerns to management as needed
• Ensure coverage when leaving the monitoring station
• Participate in shift handovers and communicate pertinent patient information
• Collaborate with the care team to address safety issues

Job Requirements

Mandatory

• High School Diploma
• Health Care Aide or Personal Support Worker certificate (or enrolled in a relevant healthcare program)
• Equivalent recent training and experience considered

Preferred

• Experience with Remote Patient Safety Monitoring

Skills and Knowledge

• Proficiency in medical terminology
• Ability to respond to alarms and sensors
• Experience with healthcare computer systems and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Initiative, good judgment, multi-tasking ability
• Ability to work independently and within a team

If you’re interested and ready to advance your career in patient care, apply now and tell us why you’d be a great fit.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Healthcare

Hospital and Healthcare