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Davis@fdihb.org •
FD
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
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
•RESUMEAND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED
•ESSENTIALDUTIES, 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 •