Therapy Services Aide

A Therapy Services Aide assists therapy staff with tasks as assigned in the clinics and offices. The aide assists in preparing treatment areas, stocking supplies, maintaining a clean and orderly workspace and performs clerical duties as assigned under the supervision of the Patient Support Specialists and/or department managers. Any direct assistance with patients requires direct supervision by a licensed therapist. Hours are normally scheduled Monday through Friday.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support and promote an environment conducive to the Mission, Vision, and Values of the hospital.    
• Clean treatment areas and equipment between patients and as needed.
• Set up treatment areas appropriately as instructed. 
• Transport patients safely and efficiently. 
• Stock supplies and order as needed.
• Manage clean and dirty linens in the clinics.
• Manage incoming calls and relay information to staff.
• Assist with patient scheduling and appointment management.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patients, hospital, or physician related information
• Maintain orderly condition of assigned work area.
• Is knowledgeable of general hospital and department specific policies and procedures.
• Other duties may be assigned and are subject to change with or without prior notice.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Displays accountability for actions and decisions for the total patient care process.
• Completes assigned daily duties.
• Accepts reassignment to other departments if necessary.
• Follows expected work practices.
• Displays thoroughness and accuracy of work
• Works in a safe manner, including reporting unsafe equipment or the environment.
• Well organized, accepts assignments willingly and accomplishes them quickly.
• Anticipates problems and suggests solutions.
• Help as needed with duties not specifically assigned. 
• Works steadily and always keeps busy.
• Maintain knowledge and skills necessary to communicate and interact with patients, visitors, and staff in the following age groups: Infant, Pediatric/adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric
• Ability to work well with a diverse work team.
• Ability to work under pressure with time constraints.
• Ability to concentrate.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good mental health and emotional maturity
• Good personal grooming and hygiene
• Ability to acquire and maintain current knowledge in physical therapy. 
• Displays knowledge of sterile and non-sterile supplies, equipment, and procedures
• Demonstrates knowledge and practices of Universal Precautions
• Recognizes and respects the individual emotional, social, and cultural needs of patients, including their religious beliefs.
• Always preserves the dignity and respect of all patients.
• Assists with daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning of work and storage areas.
• Possession of a genuine interest and concern for patient population that is served.

(The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, and indeed additional responsibilities may be assigned, as required, by Hillsboro Health.)

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.
• Graduation from high school or GED is preferred.
• Must have the ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• CNA or other health related experiences are helpful.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• CPR certification, or willing to obtain within 30 days. 
• In compliance with Criminal Background Check requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing and walking
• Required to climb, balance, stoop, and kneel.
• Required to use arms, hands, and fingers for repetitive grasping, pulling, and pushing and feeling.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Any workload exceeding 50 pounds will require assistance.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

• Works in a well-lighted, climate-controlled setting
• May be exposed to communicable diseases, hypodermic/IV needles, unpleasant sights, odors, and materials. 
• The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate.

CORPORATE COMPLIANCE

Receives training and/or attends necessary meetings to meet the criteria as outlined in Hillsboro Health’s Corporate Compliance Plan and Code of Conduct. Understands the responsibilities related to compliance and knows how to contact the Corporate Compliance Officer should there be any instance of question or concern regarding fraud and/or abuse.

BENEFITS

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Staff Benefits - Hillsboro Health