Unit Service Aide, Per Diem

Key Responsibilities

• Cleaning of patient rooms, common areas, and equipment on the patient care unit are completed per established standards.
• Errands are carried out as requested per established guidelines.
• Patient supplies and equipment are stored in accordance with infection control and safety policies.
• Daily supplies are distributed for direct caregivers to meet patient needs.
• Telephone is answered and requests addressed per established standards.
• Patient equipment is readied for transport and patient is taken to destination.
• Equipment and supplies are transported within the patient care unit and other departments to meet established need.
• Meal tray assistance is provided to ensure efficiency with distribution, set up, and removal.
• Unoccupied beds are made per established guidelines.
• Patients are assisted with operation of television, telephone and other equipment in the patient room.
• Patients at risk for safety issues are monitored per established guidelines.
• Room preparation assistance is provided in anticipation of new admission.
• Additional department, organization, or network activities are completed per established objectives.
• MGB Organizational Values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are upheld.

Qualifications and Experience

Education/Degree

Required:

• Successful completion of all competencies required for the Unit Service Aide within 3 months of employment.

Preferred:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Skills

Required:

• Effective verbal, electronic and written communications skills using the English language.
• Computer proficiency required. Microsoft office applications preferred with ability to learn new software.
• Maintain variable work schedule to meet department needs. (evenings and nights, holidays, weekends and travel).

Preferred:

• Highly developed communications and interpersonal skills, working with diverse population.
• Work independently, be self-directed and contribute as a member of a team. - Anticipates challenges and develops and implements strategies for addressing them.
• High level of service delivery. Demonstrate initiative with ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and adapt to changing situations.
• Attention to detail.