PAT VISIT ENT ATTENDANT

Job Title

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Job Description

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.

Responsibilities

Assist guests and visitors by opening doors, answering questions and providing emergency and directional assistance. Assist patients in and out of vehicles. Escort patients in and out of buildings. Assist patients to and from various locations. Ensure access to buildings and driveways by directing traffic. Maintain a clean working environment by sweeping up trash and debris. Maintain an ample number of wheelchairs for public transport. Disinfect wheelchairs. Ensure gloves and disinfecting wipes are stocked up and ready for use. Contact DPSS in emergency situations. Contact the Lift Team when assistance is needed.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma, GED or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be able to tolerate outside adverse weather conditions. Must be able to communicate effectively with patients/visitors. Must be able to work effectively within a team environment. Must be able to read and write English. Ability to perform a wide range of physical activities, including pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, kneeling, reaching, etc. Computer knowledge. Must be able to lift patients in/out of vehicles, wheelchairs, etc.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 26,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Work Schedule

Standard hours: 40

Work days: Tuesday-Saturday

Shift start/end times: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the AFSCME union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

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 Reporting 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.

Application Deadline

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

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.