Safety Companion, Per Diem
Valley Health (Virginia)$17.00–$20.40/hrWoodstock, VAPart timePosted 3d agoStill open, checked every night- PRN / per diem
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How this pay compares
This posting states $17–$20.40 an hour. Open patient sitter jobs in Virginia post a median of $17 an hour, the middle half $17–$18.27, across 6 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Patient sitters employed in Virginia earn a median of $17.77 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Workplace injuries
Shenandoah Memorial Hospital in Woodstock reported 9 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 634,272 hours worked: 2.8 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.0 per 100 full-time workers at hospitals, general medical and surgicalnationwide. With its hours, the best estimate leaning on similar sites is 3.0 per 100 full-time workers. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
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About the job
As one of the nation's Top 15 Health Systems, recognized by Premier and Modern Healthcare , Valley Health is a place where excellence, compassion, and purpose come together. This distinction reflects our commitment to exceptional patient care, clinical quality, and the caregivers who make it all possible.
Department
MEDICAL/SURGICAL - 306020
Worker Sub Type
Per Diem
Work Shift
Pay Range
$17.00 - $20.40
Job Description
The Safety Companion responsibilities include maintaining patient safety, reporting patient observation to nursing team, and remaining in visual contact with patient at all times unless otherwise instructed by licensed personnel. This job requires a person who is pleasant and cooperative and has a positive attitude. Works well with all levels of people and remains professional under stress.
Certification & Licensures
BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved required *
- New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.
Qualifications
Must be 18 years or older Effective interpersonal skills required
FLSA Classification
Non-exempt
Physical Demands
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Benefits
At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:
- A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
- Dental and vision insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Tuition Assistance
- Retirement Savings Match
- A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
- Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.
To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com .
From Valley Health (Virginia)'s job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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