Rehabilitation Aide Co-Op

Job Description:

Locations:  HRC Roslindale (LTCH, RSU, MCU, Outpatient) and Dedham (LTCH, RSU, Outpatient)

I. Position Summary:

Member and partner of the patient care delivery team.  Demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and goals of the mission of Hebrew SeniorLife and recognize patient dignity and choice in aspects of daily life.   Strive to make every encounter with patients/families into a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity, while providing safe and efficient quality of care.  Recognizes and respects others’ cultures, values, and backgrounds and considers differences when communicating with others.

Perform a wide variety of duties under professional supervision, related to the maintenance of the highest level of function of HRC patients, following established methods and procedures.

II. Core Competencies:

• 75% clinical support, 25% clerical support.  Supports the following departments: Inpt PT, OT, and SLP; Outpatient rehab services; MCU; RSU Rehab; Circle of Fitness.
• Under supervision of a therapist, perform individual and group sessions including:  walking programs, exercise, and other group activities and maintenance programs.  On the RSU direct visual supervision is required.
• On a daily basis, maintain departmental equipment in clean/operating condition for Inpt, Outpatient, MACU, and RSU rehab services areas.
• Assist in the preparation and assignment of assistive devices, wheelchairs, and ADL equipment.  Maintain wheelchair storage area.  Assist with wheelchair receiving and distribution to therapists.
• Assist in department record keeping and documentation as assigned.
• Assist in cleaning and general housekeeping duties of departments. Detect and report defective supplies/equipment or other unusual conditions to supervisor. Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations.
• Copy materials for departments and perform other clerical/secretarial duties.  .
• In absence of Administrative Assistant, collect mail for Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech-Language Pathology and deliver to appropriate person.
• Assist with duties in Outpatient Clinic as needed.
• Protect patient confidentiality by promoting professional staff communication according to HIPPA standards.
• Exemplify professionalism and exhibit values that contribute to the achievement of the mission of the Hebrew Rehabilitation Center.
• Initiates frequent and consistent communication to the primary therapist regarding the patients abilities and limitations.  Communicates immediately to the primary therapist unexpected changes in the patients status and abilities.

III.  Position Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from therapies using proper transfer and ambulation techniques as required. Prepare patients appropriately for treatment including transferring to treatment plinth, dressing/undressing, draping and positioning, assembling ambulation aids, assisting patient to apply prosthesis, etc.
• Copy materials for departments and perform other clerical/secretarial duties.  .
• In absence of Administrative Assistant, collect mail for Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech-Language Pathology and deliver to appropriate person.
• Assist with duties in Outpatient Physical Therapy as needed.
• Perform other related duties as required or directed.
• Maintain appropriate and timely client and non-client documentation for all clients treated.
• Ensure that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere, which recognizes the individual’s needs and rights.
• Adhere to established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.
• Exemplify professionalism and exhibit values that contribute to the achievement of the mission of the Hebrew Rehabilitation Center.
• Perform other related duties as required or directed.
• Responds to call bells and patient requests.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient and information.

Caring Practices

• Instill trust and hope by being available to meet the needs of others.

• Develop helpful and trusting relationships with parents, families and staff.

• Use creative problem-solving to meet the needs of others.

• Perform teaching and learning that addresses individual needs and learning styles.

• Create a healing environment for physical and spiritual needs.

• Assist with basic physical and emotional needs.

Communication

• Introduces self and identifies role to others.
• Demonstrate “emotional presence” by listening attentively and attending to concerns/needs.
• Act as an advocate on behalf of patients as needed or as appropriate.
• Communicates with patients/families/visitors/staff in a manner that conveys respect, caring and sensitivity.
• Listens and respects others’ opinions.
• Accountable for staying informed by reviewing memos, emails and other forms of communication.
• Responsible for communicating and responding to issues and problems in a timely and efficient manner.
• Responds to patients in all situations with a calm, sensitive and supportive approach.

Teamwork/Collaboration and Flexibility

• Demonstrates flexibility.
• Acts in a manner outside the traditional “role” as needed in order to meet patients’ needs.
• Works as a member of the team by pro-actively working to meet patient and household needs.
• Promotes a healthy environment by demonstrating trust, mutual respect, visible support and open, honest communication with all members of the team.
• Involves other team members by sharing information.

Professionalism

• Follows all policies and procedures set forth by the organization and outlined in HRC’s policy manuals and the employee handbook.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient and information.
• Meets all requirements as outlined by regulatory and licensure standards.

Technical Skills/Documentation

• Demonstrates competence with data entry and access to the electronic medical record (if applicable).
• Maintains documentation in accordance with professional standards and guidelines (if applicable).
• Uses the computer as trained to access emails and other online resources.

Leadership/Development

• Serves as a resource/mentor to the team, new employees, and students (if applicable).
• Is an active participant in shared governance (committees, tasks force etc.) as designated (if applicable)?
• Seeks opportunity for professional development by attending internal and external trainings, educational programs and conferences.

Safety

• Uses Safe Patient Handling equipment as trained and according to organizational policy.
• Identifies malfunctioning equipment, removes from use, and reports according to policy.
• Adheres to all HSL infection control policies.
• Performs other related duties as required or directed.

III Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic mathematics skills. Use and checking of reports, records and comparable data. Equivalent to a high school education.
• Required Trainings:  Successful completion of HRC orientation. Successful completion of departmental orientation and “on the job” training.

IV Physical Requirements

• Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances, which may include exposure to unpleasant odors, sights, and sounds.
• Subject to varying and unpredictable situations.
• May be exposed to infections, contagious diseases, and blood borne pathogens.
• Gloves, gown, and mask as necessary.                                               
• Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing or walking.
• Lifting, positioning, transporting, and/or transferring s patients. 
• Lifting supplies, equipment.
• Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching. 

Remote Type

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