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MyMichigan Health

Peri-Op Support Associate

Saginaw, MI · On-site

$16 - $20.50/hr

Basic Life Support Equivalent Experience: Within 1 month of hire or transfer. Qualification Source: AHA Essential: true Required Education Education: HIGH Equivalent Experience: Education ...

Corewell Health

Child Life Specialist

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Required within 90 days How Corewell Health cares for you * Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more ...

MyMichigan Health

Student HS Co-op

Tawas City, MI · On-site

Basic Life Support Equivalent Experience: Within 1 month of hire or transfer Qualification Source: AHA Essential: true Credential: FINGERPRIN: Fingerprinting Equivalent Experience: Qualification ...

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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for basic life support in Michigan is $16.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.41 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Basic Life Support position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Basic Life Support (BLS) role, you need thorough knowledge of emergency response protocols, CPR, and the ability to assist in stabilizing patients, usually validated by a valid BLS certification from the American Heart Association or equivalent. Familiarity with medical emergency equipment such as AEDs and resuscitation tools is critical. Strong teamwork, quick decision-making, and effective communication skills make candidates stand out in this high-pressure environment. These competencies are essential to provide rapid, coordinated, and life-saving care during medical emergencies.

What is a Basic Life Support job?

A Basic Life Support (BLS) job involves providing emergency medical care to individuals experiencing life-threatening situations, such as cardiac arrest, choking, or respiratory distress. Professionals in this role, including EMTs, paramedics, and healthcare providers, use skills like CPR, AED operation, and airway management to stabilize patients until advanced medical help arrives. BLS providers often work in ambulances, hospitals, or public safety agencies. Certification in BLS is typically required and involves hands-on training in life-saving techniques.

What types of situations does a Basic Life Support professional typically respond to, and what does a typical shift look like?

Basic Life Support professionals commonly respond to medical emergencies such as cardiac arrests, respiratory distress, choking incidents, and trauma. During a typical shift, you'll work closely with first responders, nurses, and other healthcare staff to assess patients, provide initial intervention, and ensure safe patient transport if needed. Shifts may vary and often involve a combination of readiness for emergency calls, routine equipment checks, and ongoing skills training. The work environment is dynamic and fast-paced, requiring the ability to quickly adapt and maintain composure under stress.

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Peri-Op Support Associate

Peri-Op Support Associate

MyMichigan Health

Saginaw, MI • On-site

$16 - $20.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

MyMichigan Health rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 179 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

593rd of 869 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Summary
This position performs basic patient care activities to patients in assigned areas.
Responsibilities
Assists with treatments ordered by physician and supervised by a Registered Nurse (RN).
Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living.
Reports findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
Assists with keeping patient rooms clean and orderly.
Other duties as assigned.
Certifications and Licensures
Credential:BLS: Basic Life Support
Equivalent Experience: Within 1 month of hire or transfer.
Qualification Source: AHA
Essential: true
Required Education
Education: HIGH
Equivalent Experience:
Education Specialization:
Essential: true
Other Information
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND SKILLS:
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment.
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.
Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.
Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.
Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).
Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.
Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.
Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.
Physical Demand Level: Medium. Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 21-50 lbs., frequently 34-66% of the workday 20 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls and constantly (67-100% or the workday) 10 lbs.
Equivalent Experience and Other Comments (Education)
Education: HIGH
Equivalent Experience:
Education Specialization:
Essential: true
Other Comments
Credential:BLS: Basic Life Support
Equivalent Experience: Within 1 month of hire or transfer.
Qualification Source: AHA
Essential: true
Credential:PCT: MMH PCT/CNA/EMT/LPN Certification
Equivalent Experience: Internal MyMichigan Health Patient Care Technician certification or a current State of Michigan registry document as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or completion of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification culminating in licensure in the state of Michigan or completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program culminating in licensure in the State of Michigan or successful completion of one semester of nursing clinical education by an Accredited Registered Nurse Program preferred. Effective 11/22/2019, we can also accept a Medical Assistant with the following: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through American Medical Technologist (AMT), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), OR equivalent Medical Assistant Credential such as Certified Clinical Medical Assistant CCMA, etc. *For current PCT's with an expired CNA certification, EMT certification, or a lapsed LPN license, an opportunity to achieve an internal MyMichigan Health Patient Care Technician certification will be offered*
Qualification Source:
Essential: false

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