Job Description

Assist in the delivery of direct patient care under the supervision of a professional nurse. Supports operational functions in the Medical Procedures Unit.  Assists in obtaining and caring for equipment. Helps maintain a safe and clean environment.

• Assist in patient admission and discharge procedures.
• Obtain and record vital signs. Assist in preparing patients for procedures.
• Assist with preparing patients for discharge.
• Assist with maintaining unit stock. Work in MiChart.
• Assist with front desk reception duties as needed. 
• Adheres to high standards of teamwork by demonstrating adaptability and flexibility.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team member are crucial, as well as being highly motivated and organized, with a strong desire to learn.
• Effective time management, as well as excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Candidate will demonstrate excellent customer service skills as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Works well with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Perform point of care testing as delegated by the nursing staff.
• Adhere to infection prevention policies by appropriately cleaning patient care bays and stretchers.
• Assist with transporting patients via various methods including: ambulatory, wheelchair, stretcher, or bed.
• Work as a member of the interdisciplinary team to provide support to all providers and clinical staff, as well as assist nurses with patient concerns/issues/questions.
• Complete annual mandatory competencies. 

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent, ability to read and write.
• Minimum two years' experience in in an unlicensed assistive role in a patient care setting in a nursing home or other health care environment.
• Individual must exhibit a professional and positive image when interacting with patients, faculty and staff.
• Must adhere to a high standard of personal and professional conduct; possess excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills; and demonstrated ability to interact with a diverse population.
• Candidates must be able to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team, handling multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Candidate must demonstrate problem solving skills, proficient computer and keyboarding skills, and excellent attendance.
• Candidate must be able to push, pull, and/or lift at least 25 pounds. This is a direct patient care environment and role.

• Previous experience in an ambulatory care clinical setting, Preop/PACU, or procedural unit.

This is a full-time position, 4 10-hour shifts, Variable starts times. Rotating Saturdays

This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the Service Employees International Union - Healthcare Michigan (SEIU), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment. 

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

About University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

A great university is made so by its faculty and staff, and Michigan is recognized as one of the best universities to work for in the country. The Michigan culture is known for engaging faculty and staff in all facets of the university to create a workplace that is vibrant and stimulating.For two consecutive years, the Chronicle of Higher Education has placed U-M in its "Great Colleges to Work For" survey. In particular, the university earns high marks for strong relations between faculty and administrators, a collaborative system of governance, strong pay and benefits, and a healthy work/life balance.

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