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.
A Safety Partner is intended for to promote a safe environment for individuals who are unable to be left alone for long periods of time, and who require consistent monitoring. This condition could be caused by age, frailty, physical and/or mental disability, or other conditions. The Safety Partner role is non-clinical. If the patient requires clinical or personal care, i.e. bathing, transfers, a CNA will be assigned for those duties. Effective 8-1-18, after adequate training on gait belt and body mechanics, safety partner will assist patients to the restroom.
Description:
Qualifications High School Diploma or GED (Required) Work Experience 0 - 1 year Patient Care Experience (Preferred)
License and Certifications Required Certifications:
AHA (American Heart Association) Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPT (Crisis Prevention Training) both to be obtained within 120 days of hire Essential Functions Additional Duties Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines. Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization. Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures. Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs). Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time. Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills. Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate. All Career Site links will be transferred to new URLs on January 31st, increasing performance and enhancing security. Your application data will be saved, but any bookmarked links will need to be replaced. All candidates with active applications will receive a notification with the new link once the URLs are live. Thank you for your patience! Phoebe Putney Health System is southwest Georgia's preferred career choice for professionals who want to improve the community's health by joining a respected, cutting-edge team. We offer you the opportunity to collaborate with the best colleagues in a friendly, close-knit setting that feels like family. Your career at Phoebe will allow you to apply learned skills, explore new paths and advance into greater opportunities. There's more for you at Phoebe. Phoebe is simply the best, most advanced healthcare provider in the region. If you want to work in the medical field, we are the preferred choice, with the best technology, the most specialists and the area's top talent. If you are searching for a non-clinical career that allows you to serve the community and grow, you'll also find us ideal. We're one of the area's premier employers, offering a close-knit culture, outstanding benefits and many ways to develop your career.
