Rehab Therapy Aide PRN
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30+ days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
Where you matter as much as the work you do!
Join Emory Healthcare (EHC) if youre looking for an opportunity with one of the nations leading Atlanta hospitals in cardiology and heart surgery cancer neurology and more! EHC is where those around you are dedicated to the power of teamwork fostering an environment where you can learn grow and innovate with similarly passionate professionals. Work with us to improve the quality of life throughout Georgia through partnerships with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Georgia Institute of Technology and other organizations and make a bigger greater impact than you ever thought possible.
*Assist with Newborn Hearing Screens.
Weekend and weekday availability required.
Description
JOB DESCRIPTION: Under the direct supervision of a Physical Occupational Recreation or Speech Therapist assists with the provision of basic therapeutic services and other patient related activities. Performs simple administrative clerical and maintenance tasks in support of department/program operations. Assists with the scheduling of patients for therapy to maximize efficiency and provide for optimal patient care. Maintains orderly work areas including stocking linens. Assembles and prepares equipment and devices for treatment sessions and returns the equipment to its designated area. Cleans and maintains department equipment to ensure its maximum operational efficiency; reports unsafe or defective equipment to supervisor for immediate repair. Follows federal JCAHO CARD and organizational mandates and universal practices for infection control when handling soiled or contaminated items to ensure a safe work environment. Observes the patient for physical or emotional changes which may indicate an adverse change in condition; communicates significant changes to the appropriate member of the medical care team. Under the direction of a therapist may assist with therapies and treatments including but not limited to exercise ambulation and daily living activities. Transfers patients to and from wheelchairs stretchers beds and to and from treatment facilities within the hospital. Assists therapists with the fabrication of splints and other specialized devices and with the modification of specialized equipment. Attends educational in-services as appropriate. Practices universal and/or specialized precautions in the daily cleaning and sterilization of work surfaces equipment and/or instruments.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A high school diploma or equivalent. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking Occasional sitting Close eye work (computers typing reading writing) Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock Floor Surfaces Hot/Cold Temperatures Indoor/Outdoor conditions Latex Lighting Patient care/handling injuries Radiation Shift work Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment including respirators environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
Additional Details
Emory is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcares Human Resources at . Please note that one weeks advance notice is preferred.
Key Skills
- Patient Care
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Physiology Knowledge
- Medical office experience
- Office Experience
- Patient Assessment
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Front Desk
- Teaching
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
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