Patient Safety Assistant - Organization Throughput

Henry Ford Health; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Jackson, MI is seeking a Patient Safety Assistant to help maintain a safe environment for patients and staff. You will provide close observation and monitor patient surroundings as part of a dedicated team.

This role emphasizes collaboration with clinical teams, prompt response to safety concerns, and a commitment to high‑quality care. High school diploma or GED is required; opportunity for growth and hands‑on training in a respected academic medical center.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Provide close observation to patients to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Monitor patient environments to minimize risks to both patients and staff.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to maintain a secure and supportive atmosphere.
• Respond promptly to any safety concerns or incidents.

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Patient Safety Assistant - Organization Throughput

• Full-time
• Job Type: Part Time

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Patient Safety Assistant-EGHT - Henry Ford Health

Job Title

Patient Safety Assistant-EGHT

About the Department

Join our dedicated team at the Jackson hospital campus, a cornerstone of care in mid-Michigan. Surrounded by the natural beauty of lakes and parks, our Jackson location offers a warm, community-focused environment. Here, you'll be part of a close‑knit team committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to our patients. Our hospital is not just a place of healing but a vital part of the community, providing a supportive atmosphere for both patients and staff alike.

Role Overview

As a Patient Safety Assistant, you play a critical role in ensuring a safe and secure environment for our patients and staff. Your primary responsibility is to provide close observation and monitoring to minimize risks and promote patient well‑being. This role is essential in supporting our healthcare team and directly impacts the safety and care of our patients.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Provide close observation to patients to ensure their safety and well‑being.
• Monitor patient environments to minimize risks to both patients and staff.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to maintain a secure and supportive atmosphere.
• Respond promptly to any safety concerns or incidents.

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, we foster an environment of growth, collaboration, and mission-driven work. You’ll have access to continuous learning opportunities, allowing you to advance your career while making a meaningful impact in healthcare.