Patient Safety Attendant

Legacy Health; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Legacy Emanuel Medical Center is seeking a Patient Safety Attendant to join the healthcare team in Portland. You will assist the LIP and RN to maintain a safe environment for patients requiring direct or indirect observation, contributing to a smooth and safe patient flow in the department.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, (preferred) behavioral health coursework, and at least two years in a health care setting; acute care experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; behavioral health coursework preferred.
• Two years’ healthcare experience preferred; acute care experience valued.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) and RN to ensure a safe environment for patients requiring observation.
• Contribute to the team approach and support safe, efficient patient flow in the department.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Keyboard skills / EHR navigation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Behavioral health coursework preferred

Tools

Electronic systems navigation

Job description

Making life better for people. Bringing good health to all.

These are the core beliefs that form the foundation of our mission at Legacy Health. As one of the largest employers and healthcare providers in the Portland and Southwest Washington areas, this mission guides everything we do. It’s why people trust us—with their health, their lives, and their futures.

This shared purpose also unites the people who work at Legacy. While our work is a job, it’s also a calling—a chance to make a meaningful difference every day.

About Legacy Emanuel Medical Center

Located in North Portland, Legacy Emanuel plays a vital role as both a local and regional leader in treating serious illness and injury. With 24/7 expertise in trauma, heart care, burns, stroke, brain surgery, and more, Emanuel is a cornerstone of community health and critical care across the Northwest.

Responsibilities

The Patient Safety Attendant participates as a member of the healthcare team by assisting the Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) and RN. This team member will be responsible for ensuring a safe environment for patients requiring direct or indirect observation.

T his position is an integral part of the team approach to patient care and may be asked to perform various tasks and procedures to contribute to the safe and efficient flow of patients through the department.

Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Training or coursework in behavioral health field preferred.

Experience

• Two years’ experience in a health care setting preferred.
• Acute care experience preferred.

Skills

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with ability to prioritize multiple assignments.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.

Licensure

• BLS for Health Care Provider from the American Heart Association required.

Pay Range

USD $18.04 - USD $24.44 /Hr.

Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity

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