Patient Safety Attendant

Team Member Services; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403(b) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth Ocala is seeking a Patient Transporter to assist nursing staff with transporting patients, delivering equipment, and supporting visitors. You will help maintain patient safety, document status, and uphold patient privacy while communicating clearly with physicians and colleagues.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma (or equivalent) and at least 1 year of healthcare setting experience. This full-time, day-shift role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Responsibilities

• Transport patients and deliver supplies and equipment.
• Answer phones and assist visitors when not observing patients.
• Maintain patient safety and privacy; document patient status and changes.
• Promote teamwork and contribute to quality patient care.

Education

High School Grad or Equiv

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

1500 SW 1ST AVE

City:

OCALA

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

34471

Job Description:

Assists nursing staff with tasks such as transporting patients, delivering equipment and supplies, transporting specimens, delivering patient trays, answering phones, and assisting visitors when not providing direct patient observation. Intervenes to prevent patient self-harm or harm to others and seeks immediate assistance for escalating incidents. Demonstrates knowledge and respect for patient rights to privacy and confidentiality. Creates clear and accurate documentation of patient status and activities during shift. Promotes positive patient interactions and advocates for patients and family-centered care in all decisions and actions. Demonstrates excellent communication skills, ensuring clear understanding among patients, physicians, and colleagues. Participates as an active member of the healthcare team, promoting teamwork and maintaining professionalism. Serves as a resource to department staff, students, and volunteers, contributing to quality patient care and assisting in the orientation of new staff. Maintains a direct line of sight with the patient at all times, including during family or visitor presence. Ensures patient safety and accompanies patient during transportation, testing, and procedures away from the patient's normal environment. Establishes a safe patient environment by utilizing fall prevention protocols, infection control measures, self-harm prevention, and performing regular room assessments. Monitors and reports any changes in the patient's physical and emotional condition promptly while maintaining direct observation. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• - N/A

Education:

• - High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Field of Study:

• - N/A

Work Experience:

• - 1+ clinical experience, with physician office or other healthcare related environment [Preferred]
• - 1+ of experience in a healthcare setting [Preferred]

Additional Information:

• - N/A

Licenses and Certifications:

• - Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range:

$15.15 - $22.73

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening , including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida's background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse : https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.