Therapy Aide

10 Nationwide Children's Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, seeks a dedicated professional to support therapy services in the ECMH Outpatient Clinic. The role involves administrative and clinical duties, maintaining areas and inventory, data collection and reporting, and assisting with patient care under direct supervision.

The position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and strong organizational skills. A high school diploma is required; CPR certification within 60 days of hire is required; healthcare

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent customer service and organizational abilities.
• Experience in healthcare or pediatrics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs administrative duties to support therapy services.
• Maintains assigned areas and inventory; collects and reports data.
• Assists with patient care under direct supervision.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Hours: Mon- Fri 8am-4:30pm. Must be able to work this schedule, year round. At NCH, we are passionate about integrating physical and behavioral health to support the holistic wellbeing of children. With 1 in 7 children ages 0-5 experiencing behavioral health challenges that can impact development and school readiness, Early Childhood Mental Health (ECMH) services play a critical role in promoting healthy development, preventing mental health concerns, and treating mental health disorders in young children. This position supports Clinical Therapies Behavioral Health services including Occupational Therapy and Speech-Language Pathology within the ECMH Outpatient Clinic.

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.

Essential Functions

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. Assists with the transportation of patients, records, equipment, and supplies, maintaining patient confidentiality at all times. Performs general office duties and administrative functions to support departmental operations. Collects and reports data. Coordinates and monitors departmental volunteers and individuals wishing to observe therapy. Attends to patients’ personal needs during therapy and assists in the performance of patient-related activities under the direct supervision.

Education Requirement

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.

Certifications

CPR certification within 60 days of hire, required.

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: Climb stairs/ladder, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Sitting, Working Outdoors

FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, Computer skills, Flexing/extending of neck, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Patient Equipment, Squat/kneel

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Standing, Walking

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 M/F/Disability/Vet

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