Patient Safety Assistant - Organizational Throughput

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Patient Safety Assistant to help maintain a safe environment through close observation of patients, reducing risk for patients and staff. This full-time role requires a HS diploma or GED and a commitment to safe, compassionate care within a busy hospital setting.

Based in Michigan, this position supports operational safety initiatives and collaborates with clinical teams to ensure adherence to safety protocols and incident prevention.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe environment by closely observing patients to minimize risk to patients and staff.

Skills

Close observation

Patient safety

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Patient Safety Assistant - Organizational Throughput

• Full-time

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.
Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.
Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

GENERAL SUMMARY: To maintain a safe environment by providing close observation to our patients to minimize risk to patients and staff. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: High School Diploma or G.E.D.