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Mission Statement

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.

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 30,000 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 day2:1 Match on retirement savingsResponsibilities*Welcomes patients, families, and visitors to the unitDirects patients, families, and visitors to and from the waiting areasRoutinely check with patients and families to meet their comfort needsAssist with the nourishment needs of patients per nursing instructionSet up activities at bedside to assist with patient comfort, i.e., video games, toys, etc.Facilitate transfer process, i.e., supplies, equipment, patient belongingsFacilitate discharge process, i.e., supplies, equipment, patient belongingsRespond to patient call lightsMaintain confidentiality and sensitivity when providing care and interacting with patients and familiesStock bedside carts and blanket warmersClean and prepare bays before and after patients have occupiedMaintain supplies and orderliness of nutrition areasAssure availability and operation of equipmentMonitor numbers and availability of unit specific equipment and order as necessaryClean stretchers, cribs, wheelchairs, and children's toys with Virex or Bleach per protocolOrganize and place crib, stretcher, and wheelchairs to their designated slots as assigned by charge nurseDeliver stretchers or cribs to CT, MRI, and Nuclear Medicine when requestedAssure that all patient beds, cribs, and stretchers are equipped with an oxygen tank for transportsTransport or assist transportation of patients from inpatient unit to preop area: gather supplies, equipment, patient belongingsTransport or assist transportation of patients from PACU to inpatient units: gather supplies, equipment, patient belongingsAssist transport of patients from PACU Phase 2 to 2nd floor lobbyTransport patients to off-site procedural areas i.e., UH Nuclear Medicine, CT, MRI UH OR/PACUTransport STAT blood samples from Mott preop/PACU to lab in UH when tube system is downRequired Qualifications*High school diploma, GED or equivalent. Ability to read and write.Desired Qualifications*Recent experience in an unlicensed assistive role in a patient care settingDemonstrated communication skills both written and verbal.Basic computer skillsCourse work in an Allied Health fieldWork Schedule

32 hours per week = two 12-hour shifts 8a-830p and one 8-hour shift 8a-430p. Rotating weekend and holiday obligation.

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.

Union Affiliation

This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the Service Employees International Union - Healthcare Michigan (SEIU), which represents bargaining unit members in 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 Report 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 seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.