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Support Helper I - Genesys Regional Medical Center

Job Title

Support Helper I

About the Department

Located in the scenic rolling hills of Grand Blanc, Genesys Regional Medical Center (GRMC) is a cornerstone of healthcare in the community. Known for its blend of small-city warmth and advanced medical services, GRMC serves the region with a commitment to patient-focused care and continuous quality improvement. Our team takes pride in supporting the health and well-being of our patients and their families, while also contributing to the vibrant local culture, from acclaimed golf courses to top-rated schools.

Role Overview

As a Support Helper I, you play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of patient care services at GRMC. You'll assist professional hospital staff, provide essential support to patients and their families, and contribute to maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient healthcare environment. Your work directly impacts the quality of care and the overall patient experience.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Assist in transporting, transferring, and moving patients safely and efficiently.
• Deliver equipment, specimens, patients, and records throughout the hospital.
• Maintain inventory in stock rooms, carts, and assigned areas.
• Perform housekeeping duties, including cleaning rooms, bathrooms, and halls.
• Support general maintenance and clerical tasks as directed.
• Ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures for quality and safety.

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• Ability to lift, move, and assist patients, including objects weighing up to 60 pounds.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work independently.
• Physical capability to perform essential duties, including bending, stooping, and reaching.

What We Offer

Join a team where your contributions make a difference every day. At Henry Ford Health, you¿ll find opportunities for career growth, collaboration with dedicated professionals, and the chance to be part of mission-driven work that transforms lives.

Join Our Team

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of our commitment to exceptional care.

Essential Functions:

• Lift, move, assist, and prepare patients for procedures.
• Moves and uses standard equipment. Mobile throughout the hospital.
• Ability to lean, stoop, bend to floor, reach and retrieve items at overhead height.
• Plan and follow directions. Follow oral and written instructions and orders.
• Good problem solving and analytical skills.
• Must be able to plan and organize shift duties without close supervision or direction.
• Must be able to effectively communicate orally, in writing and by telephone with patients, physicians, other hospital staff, patient families, supervisors and hospital visitors. Must be able to hear warning signals, i.e., whistles, buzzers, or beeps.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills with patients, physicians, other hospital staff, families, supervisors and hospital visitors.
•  Maintain all required records.
• Ability to operate hospital computer systems.
• Normal manual dexterity.
• Must be physically and mentally capable of performing all of the essential duties of the position including the ability to see, hear, bend, stoop, pull, climb, walk, reach, move, lift and carry objects weighing up to 60 pounds. 

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.