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Form of workWorking under the direct supervision of a licensed OTR, PT, COTA, PTA or SLP, provide routine direct patient care treatment programs, clerical duties, and light housekeeping activities to support the care of patients and the efficiency of the operation. Collaborate with all members of the healthcare team to provide services to patients.
- Direct patient care treatment programs, such as range of motion and exercise programs, ADLs, ambulation, bed mobility, endurance training, and application of superficial modalities, fabrication of adaptive equipment, carryover of positioning techniques, and carryover of use of assistive devices are carried out in accordance with professional guidelines.
- Patient objective and subjective responses to treatment is observed and accurately recorded. Any changes are immediately reported to appropriate team member.
- Clerical activities are performed, including recording services rendered to the patient
- Cleanliness and organization of assigned areas is maintained and routine cleaning of equipment is performed per department guidelines.
- Maintains cleanliness and safety of the patient treatment area, including daily temperature checks, logs and disinfecting surfaces and equipment used in patient care.
- Documentation to support reimbursement is completed within organizational and regulatory guidelines.
- Additional department, organization, or network activities are completed per established objectives.
- SRN Organizational Values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence are upheld.
Education/Degree
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience
- Experience in hospital or outpatient setting is desirable.
Skills (Specific learned activity gained through training (e.g. computer skills, keyboarding, presentation, CPR, ACLS, etc.)
Required
- Effective verbal and written communication skills with English.
- Basic skills in math
- Basic skills at establishing interpersonal relationships with patients, families, and staff.
- Computer proficiency required. Microsoft office applications preferred with ability to learn new software.
Preferred
- Highly developed communications and interpersonal skills, working with diverse population.
- Work independently, be self-directed and contribute as a member of a team.
- Anticipates challenges and develops and implements strategies for addressing them.
- High level of service delivery. Demonstrate initiative with ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and adapt to changing situations.
- Attention to detail.
