Inpatient Therapy Aide

10 Nationwide Children's Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital is seeking a team-oriented individual to support therapy services. The role involves assisting with patient care under supervision, transporting patients and supplies, and coordinating volunteers in a pediatric setting.

A High School Diploma is required, with CMA/CNA preferred and healthcare experience beneficial. Strong customer service and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Certified Medical Assistant or Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), preferred.
• Health care experience, preferred.
• Experience working with children, preferred.
• Excellent customer service and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists with transportation of patients, records, equipment and supplies.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and assists with patient care under supervision.
• Coordinates and monitors department volunteers and observers.
• Maintains a safe and clean environment; performs routine maintenance.
• Prepares treatment areas and monitors inventory of supplies/equipment.
• Assists with fabrication and application of adaptive equipment and splints.
• Performs general office duties supporting department operations.
• Collects and reports data.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

CMA or CNA preferred

Job description

Overview

This job is M-F 730-4pm with a minimum of 1 weekend shift a month. You must be able to work this schedule for 1 full year post hire.

Job Description Summary

Supports therapy services through the performance of administrative and clinical duties such as maintaining assigned areas and inventory, collecting and reporting data, and assisting with patient care under direct supervision.

Job Description: Essential Functions

Assists with the transportation of patients, records, equipment, and supplies, maintaining patient confidentiality at all times. Attends to patients' personal needs during therapy and assists in the performance of patient-related activities under the direct supervision. Coordinates and monitors departmental volunteers and individuals wishing to observe therapy. Maintains a safe and clean environment, performing routine maintenance and environmental rounds. Prepares treatment areas for therapy. Monitors and maintains inventory of supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock and proper functioning. Assists with the fabrication and application of adaptive equipment, orthopedic soft goods, and splints. Performs general office duties and administrative functions to support departmental operations. Collects and reports data.

Education Requirement

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.

Certifications

Certified Medical Assistant or Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), preferred.

Skills

Excellent customer service and organizational skills. Effective interpersonal skills. Ability to multitask, problem solve, and function in team setting.

Experience

Health care experience, preferred. Experience working with children, preferred.

Physical Requirements

• OCCASIONALLY: Chemicals/Medications
• Climb stairs/ladder
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens
• Decision Making
• Flexing/extending of neck
• Fume /Gases /Vapors
• Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs
• Loud Noises
• Problem solving
• Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs
• Sitting FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids
• Computer skills
• Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning
• Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs
• Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs
• Patient Equipment
• Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs
• Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs
• Reaching above shoulder
• Repetitive hand/arm use
• Squat/kneel
• Standing CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech
• Color vision
• Hearing acuity
• Interpreting Data
• Peripheral vision
• Seeing - Far/near
• Walking

Explanation of Duties

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

EOE

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet

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