Job description

Creating the best outcomes for our patients requires the right people. As VHC continues to grow, we are looking for a Patient Safety Technician to join our team! The Patient Safety Technician works under the direct supervision of the RN and is an active member of the health care team. Under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse, the Patient Safety Technician performs a variety of routine duties. Patient Safety Technicians must be empathetic and have good communication and skills to care for patients.

Hospital Information: VHC Health is a 453-bed not-for-profit nationally recognized Hospital and teaching facility that has been delivering high quality care to the Washington, DC metropolitan area for over 75 years. VHC Health is a proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network (a national network of independent healthcare organizations), a designated Level II Trauma Center and a recognized Magnet Facility by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. We are proud to announce that the Leapfrog Group has awarded the hospital with an 'A' grade in Hospital Safety for the 19th year in a row, achieved an Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ for the 10th year in a row and has ranked Number 2 in “Best Hospitals” in the Washington, DC area by U.S. News and World Report's 2021-2022 rankings. At VHC Health we are always striving to provide continued excellence and growth for our employees as well as top notch care for our patients.

Qualifications:

• High school graduate required.
• Previous Customer Service experience preferred.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers required.

Responsibilities:

• Provide high quality care for assigned patients.
• Identify patient care needs by building rapport with the patient and/or family.
• Observe changes in the status of patients.
• Maintain the safety of patients who are confused, at high risk for falls, or require one-to-one observation.
• Provide a clean and safe environment.
• Assist with department tasks as needed, transporting patients, unit secretary tasks and other related duties.
• Must be empathetic and have great communication.

Benefits: https://www.vhchealth.org/careers/employee-benefits/

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Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan repayment program
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

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