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.
What We Offer If you've been looking for a way to break into healthcare, this is your moment! New Hanover Regional Medical Center is hiring full‑time Safety Attendants for both day and night shifts—ideal for anyone who loves helping others and wants to build a rewarding career. No prior medical background? No problem. We'll train you, support you, and cheer you on as you become an essential part of our care team.
Schedule:
12 Hour Night (7p - 7a)
Department:
Safety Attendant Location:
Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center & Orthopedic Hospital What You'll Do Provide 1:1 observation and support for patients whose behaviors may pose a risk to themselves or others, ensuring safety and reporting concerns to the nursing team. Assist patients with simple daily activities such as bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, and mobility as delegated by the nurse. Obtain and record vital signs and capillary blood glucose readings, notifying the nurse immediately when results fall outside normal ranges (as described in the job description). Maintain a clean, safe, and clutter‑free environment while following infection‑control, body‑mechanics, and safety protocols. Document care accurately and on time, respond promptly to pages or calls, and support patient transport when needed.
What We're Looking For Education:
High School Diploma or GED, required.
Experience:
Previous hospital experience, preferred.
Licensure/Certification:
De-Escalation Techniques (within 90 days of employment), required. Life Support Responder (within 90 days of employment), required. Management of Aggressive Behaviors (MOAB) Training (within 90 days after completion of De-Escalation Training), required. Additional Skills (required): Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing as applicable. Is knowledgeable regarding guidelines for infection control, body substance precautions, patient safety, and body mechanics. Maintains acceptable standards set by those guidelines. Ability to work with all age group patients or act as a companion. Basic computer skills for documentation. Why Choose Novant Health? At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves. Job Opening
ID 165408
Qualifications:
Education:
High School Diploma or GED, required.
Experience:
Previous hospital experience, preferred.
Licensure/Certification:
De-Escalation Techniques (within 90 days of employment), required. Life Support Responder (within 90 days of employment), required. Management of Aggressive Behaviors (MOAB) Training (within 90 days after completion of De-Escalation Training), required. Additional Skills (required): Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing as applicable. Is knowledgeable regarding guidelines for infection control, body substance precautions, patient safety, and body mechanics. Maintains acceptable standards set by those guidelines. Ability to work with all age group patients or act as a companion. Basic computer skills for documentation.
