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Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board

PATIENT SITTER (EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT)

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What they do

A Health Technician or Technologist (Other) performs medical tests and operates diagnostic equipment. May specialize working in mental health, emergency medicine, occupational health, or in a medical laboratory.

$45,365 / year median in Arizona

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Closing Date:
Thursday, September 10, 2026 @ 4:00 p.m.
Salary Range:
$15.45 per hour - $18.24 per hour •
APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVER'S LICENSE
•RESUME
AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED
•ESSENTIAL
DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Obtains verbal report from the patient's nurse to include information regarding the patient's identified care needs, diagnosis, visual, auditory, or language barriers, as well as any special consideration (nothing by mouth, bed alarms, etc.). Positions self in patient room at bedside to maintain constant visual observation of the patient. Never leaves the patient alone or out of sight unless specifically instructed by the nurse. Accurately and legibly records data collected and notifies registered nurse of any untoward events, behavioral changes, violent behavior, etc. Obtains instruction from nurse regarding ambulation limitations and course of action for redirection of patient if needed. Observant of the patient's activity and behavior and communicates on a regular basis to the nurse. Receives direction from the nurse re: what to report, to whom, and how. Functions cooperatively as a team member. Responds as directed by House Supervisor to changing patients/changing units. Communicates in a professional manner and demonstrates respect for patient, families/significant other and other health care members. Complies with all hospital rules, regulations and nursing standards. Verbalizes understanding and responsibilities during all TMC emergency codes. Maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Uses and discloses only that information which is necessary to perform the function of the job. Other duties as assigned.
MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
Six (6) months experience as a caregiver in any setting.
Education:
High School Diploma or Equivalency (HSE).
Certificate:
Valid American Heart Association (AHA) certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and maintain certification. •Please email degree, transcripts, license and certifications to Felicia.

Davis@fdihb.org •
NAVAJO/INDIAN PREFERENCE
FDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered. High School Diploma/GED or better. Basic Life Support Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.