Patient Flow Enhancer - Med/Surg/Peds
Marshfield Clinic, Iron Mountain, MI, United States
Patient Flow Enhancer - Med/Surg/Peds
Iron Mountain, MI
Job Details
Facility: Marsh Med Ctr Iron Mtn Location: Iron Mountain, MI Address: 1721 S Suitephenson Ave, Iron Mountain, MI 49801, USA Shift: 12 Hours - Day Shifts Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 36.00 Salary Range: $17.99 - $23.68 Union Position: Yes
Department Details
AFSCME Job Posting Internal Posting Timeline: Friday, February 13, 2026 - Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 2:30pm Benefits Eligibility: Full-time Employee Status: Full-time for scheduling purposes Hours: 11a-11p, or as assigned, including weekend rotation Overtime Status: 12+ hours in 1 day or 40+ hours in 1 work week
Job Summary
The Patient Flow Enhancer is responsible for assisting with direct and indirect care as needed. Assists with cleaning, stocking, patient transport, quality management, data entry, tending to patients and visitors, aiding with patient specimen collection, and completion of paperwork. Facilitates the flow of incoming patients by bringing them to the appropriate unit and room. Keeps nurses and providers informed of current/upcoming patients. Performs basic technical skills in the provision of patient care, such as assisting with bathing, feeding, transporting, providing basic first aid, and ambulating patients. Specifics may be dependent upon the assigned unit. Responds to patient call lights and offers assistance to patients and families. Reports any concerns to the appropriate Registered Nurse. Accurately collects and documents various forms of data, including but not limited to demographics, vital signs, intake and output, and weights. Makes sure patient's chart remains accurate. Assists with specimen collection, preparing patients for procedures, and ensuring that side rails are up on beds and call lights are within reach. Straightens patient rooms and other spaces in the unit and maintains adequate inventory of necessary supplies. Restocks supplies and paperwork as needed. Helps patients and families stay informed of any progress or potential delays and provides basic directions and information to visitors. Regular attendance is required in order to carry out the essential functions of the position. Reviews and meets ongoing competency requirements of the role to maintain the skills, knowledge, and abilities to perform, within scope, role specific functions. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Must have hands on patient experience obtained through work experience, clinical rotation, or course work. Must also have customer service experience. BCLS within 30 days of hire/transfer. If working in Med/Surg/Peds, must have Michigan Nurse Aide certification within 3 months of hire/transfer.
Benefits
Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.
Iron Mountain, MI
Job Details
Facility: Marsh Med Ctr Iron Mtn Location: Iron Mountain, MI Address: 1721 S Suitephenson Ave, Iron Mountain, MI 49801, USA Shift: 12 Hours - Day Shifts Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 36.00 Salary Range: $17.99 - $23.68 Union Position: Yes
Department Details
AFSCME Job Posting Internal Posting Timeline: Friday, February 13, 2026 - Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 2:30pm Benefits Eligibility: Full-time Employee Status: Full-time for scheduling purposes Hours: 11a-11p, or as assigned, including weekend rotation Overtime Status: 12+ hours in 1 day or 40+ hours in 1 work week
Job Summary
The Patient Flow Enhancer is responsible for assisting with direct and indirect care as needed. Assists with cleaning, stocking, patient transport, quality management, data entry, tending to patients and visitors, aiding with patient specimen collection, and completion of paperwork. Facilitates the flow of incoming patients by bringing them to the appropriate unit and room. Keeps nurses and providers informed of current/upcoming patients. Performs basic technical skills in the provision of patient care, such as assisting with bathing, feeding, transporting, providing basic first aid, and ambulating patients. Specifics may be dependent upon the assigned unit. Responds to patient call lights and offers assistance to patients and families. Reports any concerns to the appropriate Registered Nurse. Accurately collects and documents various forms of data, including but not limited to demographics, vital signs, intake and output, and weights. Makes sure patient's chart remains accurate. Assists with specimen collection, preparing patients for procedures, and ensuring that side rails are up on beds and call lights are within reach. Straightens patient rooms and other spaces in the unit and maintains adequate inventory of necessary supplies. Restocks supplies and paperwork as needed. Helps patients and families stay informed of any progress or potential delays and provides basic directions and information to visitors. Regular attendance is required in order to carry out the essential functions of the position. Reviews and meets ongoing competency requirements of the role to maintain the skills, knowledge, and abilities to perform, within scope, role specific functions. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Must have hands on patient experience obtained through work experience, clinical rotation, or course work. Must also have customer service experience. BCLS within 30 days of hire/transfer. If working in Med/Surg/Peds, must have Michigan Nurse Aide certification within 3 months of hire/transfer.
Benefits
Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.