Patient Companion

Why ThedaCare

Living A Life Inspired!

Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold ambitious and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care lower costs and a healthier future for our patients our families our communities and our world.

At ThedaCare our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion excellence leadership innovation and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development accessible and transparent leadership and a commitment to work/life balance. If youre interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.

Benefits with a whole-person approach to wellness

• Lifestyle Engagement
  • e.g. health coaches relaxation rooms health focused apps (Wonder Ripple) mental health support

• Access & Affordability
  • e.g. minimal or zero copays team member cost sharing premiums daycare

About ThedaCare!

Summary :

Job Description:

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
1. Performs skills and procedures per the department competency checklist.
2. Provides supervision of the assigned patient according to the care plan and instructions from the nurse of the patient.
3. Assists nursing personnel with transferring and repositioning of patients.

QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or GED
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification for healthcare providers required within 3 months of hire
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Ability to move freely (standing stooping walking bending pushing and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of Fifty (50) pounds without assistance
Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments
Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts fumes or airborne particles toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock
Occasional high noise level in work environment
Standing and/or walking for extended periods of time
Transporting transferring positioning patients and/or equipment from one location to another; little likelihood for injury if proper body mechanics and procedures are followed
Possible exposure to communicable diseases hazardous materials and pharmacological agents
Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients

Flexible Schedule! you make yourself available for hours. You can do this in different increments and it does not have to align with the whole shift that is listed out in the system.

You will be informed 2 hours before your shift if we do or do not need you. If you are needed you will receive an assignment.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Scheduled FTE:

Location:

Overtime Exempt: