Outpatient Therapy Aide

Company: St. Francis Hospital
Location: Federal Way
Posted on: May 13, 2022

Job Description:

Overview
CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason are now united to build the future of patient-centered care across the Pacific Northwest. That means a seamlessly connected system offering quality care close to home. From basic health needs to the most complex, highly specialized care, our patients can count on us to meet their needs with convenient access to the region's most prestigious experts and innovative treatments and technologies. - -As a part of our organization, we currently offer the following benefits: -Competitive starting wages (DOE) and training to grow within the companyPaid Time Off (PTO)Sign on Bonus for experienced ICU RN External CandidatesHealth/Dental/Vision InsuranceFlexible health spending accounts (FSA)Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement ProgramsTuition Assistance for c2021-151035areer growth and developmentCare@Work premium account for additional support with children, pets, dependent adults, and household needsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your familyVoluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identify TheftAdoption AssistanceWellness Program
Responsibilities
Job Summary:

• Performs a variety of clerical and manual tasks to support the licensed health care providers engaged in Occupational, Physical or Speech-
• Language therapy by ensuring a smooth and efficient flow of activities for the assigned Therapies area.
• Work includes: performing infection control tasks; modifying or performing simple repairs to equipment; clerical support such as: ordering supplies, routing materials.
• The incumbent may also be accountable for transferring and transporting patients under general supervision of a licensed therapist following established standards and procedural guidelines.The work requires: 1) strict adherence to guidelines, precise attention to detail, 2) responding effectively to legal, patient rights, safety, maintenance, and emergency situations, 3) establishing effective working relationships with all health care team members, patients, and their significant others, and 4) observing safety measures and reporting unfavorable patient reactions to the supervisor.This job exists in multiple departments, and while there may be minor differences in job content, they are not significant for classification purposes. Overall, the nature of the work and job requirements are consistent between departments. -Essential Duties:
  • Performs clinic maintenance and assists with infection control by keeping tools and equipment clean and ready for use in accordance with established standards.
  • Replenishes supplies and materials for assigned areas.
  • Assists with direct patient care under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist.
  • Performs routine clerical tasks in accordance with established procedures.
  • Performs related duties as required.
    Qualifications
    Education/Work Experience Requirements:One year of related work experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities preferred.It is preferred, but not required, that there be documented previous experience or volunteer work with a disabled population, including patient transfers, medical terminology, and interaction with a medical team (nurses, physicians, therapists), within the last five years. -Licensure/CertificationCurrent American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification.

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