Patient Observation Assistant; Part Time

Patient Observation Assistant (Part Time)

Location: Ascension Sacred Heart Bay Medical – 615 North Bonita Avenue, Panama City, FL 32401.

Schedule: Part‑time. Monday through Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm, 3:00 pm – 11:30 pm, 11:00 pm – 7:30 am, including alternate weekends and holidays (details upon interview).

Compensation: $16.00 per hour.

Required Experience: None necessary.

The Patient Observation Assistant provides visual and audible monitoring of assigned patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse and unit manager, ensuring patient safety and responding to medical distress or at‑risk behaviors.

• Visually and audibly monitor the assigned patient’s condition and behavior at all times.
• Complete observation reports at established intervals.
• Remain at the bedside unless relieved by an appropriate staff member.
• Verbally redirect patients engaging in at‑risk behaviors.
• Seek help or advice promptly when a patient appears medically distressed or poses a threat, and alert the assigned medical professionals.
• Assist in identifying and reporting patient safety issues; remove visible hazards and report as appropriate.
• Help calm and reorient patients experiencing agitation or confusion.
• Accompany patients when diagnostic testing is required.
• Provide basic patient care assistance (e.g., dietary tray, basic positioning, wheelchair rides) under nurse supervision.
• Respond rapidly to emergencies, special needs, and other urgent situations.
• Adhere to department policies, safety codes, and confidentiality requirements.
• Assist other associates as directed and perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Current CPR/AED or basic Life Support (BLS‑HCP) certification within 30 days of hire (if required).
• Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods; require bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• One to two years of previous experience preferred.

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, etc.)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts

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Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until all openings are filled.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected class.