Lifeguard

Partner's Healthcare; Somersworth (NH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is seeking a per diem Lifeguard to monitor our aquatic therapy pool and related facilities. The role requires enforcing safety rules, responding to emergencies, and maintaining water quality and cleanliness.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and ARC lifeguarding certification. Prior healthcare or therapeutic setting experience is preferred. Day shift, onsite at 23 Works Way in NH.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Lifeguarding certification (ARC) required.
• Experience as a lifeguard preferred, healthcare or therapeutic setting ideal.

Responsibilities

• Continuously observe pool activities to ensure safety.
• Enforce safety regulations and policies to prevent accidents.
• Respond to emergencies with first aid and CPR; maintain calm under pressure.

Skills

Communication skills

Under pressure

Swimming proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

ARC Lifeguarding

Job description

Site: Wentworth-Douglass HospitalMass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Responsible for ensuring the safety of all individuals in the aquatic therapy pool and related facilities. This role involves monitoring pool activities, enforcing safety rules, and providing emergency response as needed.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Continuously observe pool activities to ensure the safety of all participants.
• Enforce all safety regulations and policies to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies, providing first aid and CPR as needed.
• Maintain a calm and professional demeanor during emergency situations.
• Assist in the upkeep of the pool area, including monitoring water quality and cleanliness.
• Ensure that all safety equipment is in proper working order.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Licenses and Credentials

Lifeguarding [ARC] - American Red Cross required

Experience

Experience as a lifeguard, preferably in a healthcare or therapeutic setting 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficient communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work well under pressure and respond to emergencies. Physical fitness and the ability to swim proficiently. Knowledge of first aid, aquatic first aid and general safety.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type Onsite

Work Location 23 Works Way

Scheduled Weekly Hours 0

Employee Type Per Diem

Work Shift Day (United States of America)

Pay Range $17.71 - $22.76/Hourly

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