Patient Sitter - Providence Regional Building

Job description

Provides continuous observation and surveillance for assigned patients. Under supervision the Video Monitoring Technician (VMT) is responsible to ensure the first line of action is to verbally redirect the patient from engaging in at risk behaviors, summoning the assigned RN if the patient requires assistance. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Alaska Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them. We are hiring for multiple openings of Patient Sitter - Telesitters positions in the Patient Services Department at Providence Regional Building in Anchorage, Alaska! Currently available schedules: Full Time, 0.9 FTE, Day shift, 36 hours per week. Required Qualifications: - Coursework/Training: Completion of Medical Terminology course or Successful completion of hospital medical terminology test within 90 days of hire. - Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association - 6 months experience providing direct patient care in a c...