Geriatric Care Companion

UP Health System - Portage; South Range (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

UP Health System - Portage seeks an Elder Associate to provide compassionate, hands-on support to older adult patients in our community hospital. You will assist with daily living activities, mobility, safety checks, and comfort measures while closely following care plans developed by nurses and providers.

You will monitor and report changes in condition, maintain accurate documentation, and support a clean, safe environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in elder care or similar patient-support roles.
• Ability to assist with activities of daily living and mobility.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities for older adults.
• Support mobility and safety checks.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to nurses/providers.
• Document care accurately and maintain a clean, safe environment.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Job description

UP Health System - Portage seeks an Elder Associate to provide compassionate, hands-on support to older adult patients in our community hospital. You will assist with daily living activities, mobility, safety checks, and comfort measures while closely following care plans developed by nurses and providers.

You will monitor and report changes in condition, maintain accurate documentation, and support a clean, safe environment.