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Medical University of South Carolina lists this Activity Assistant MUSC Mullins Nursing Center - opportunity in mullins, South Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Activities AssistantThe Activities Assistant assists the Director of Activities in planning, organizing, developing, and directing quality activities for patients, ensuring that the recreational, physical, intellectual, spiritual, and social needs of each patient is met in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and MUSC Health's standards. Assists in providing, based on the comprehensive assessment and care plan and the preferences of each patient, an ongoing program to support patients in their choice of activities, both facility-sponsored group and individual activities and independent activities, designed to meet the interests of and support the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each patient, encouraging both independence and interaction in the community.Working ConditionsAttends and participates in continuing education programsWorks in department as well as throughout facilitySubject to frequent interruptionsInvolved with patients, associates, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc. under all conditions and circumstancesSubject to hostile and emotionally upset patients, family members, etc.Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions temporarily as necessarySubject to falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc. throughout the workdayPossible exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the AIDS and hepatitis B virusesEducation, Experience, and Licensure/CertificationsMust be a high school graduate or equivalentPrior experience with geriatrics preferredSpecific RequirementsDemonstrated proficiency in arts/crafts/music is preferredMust possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actionMust be knowledgeable of activities practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing activities functions in the post-acute care facilityMust have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the activities departmentMust perform proficiently in all applicable competency areasMaintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential informationMust understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance proceduresDisplays integrity and professionalism by adhering to MUSC Health's policies and completes mandatory trainings and other appropriate compliance trainingEssential FunctionsMust be able to assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating quality activity programs (includes entertainment, exercise, relaxation, and education)Must be able to appropriately and descriptively chart patient progress and behaviorMust be able to escort patients to and from activitiesMust be able to make regular in-room visits to patients uninterested or unable to participate in group activitiesMust exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patientsMust be able to assist in the evacuation of patientsMust demonstrate dependable, regular attendanceMust be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgmentMust be able to communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary teamMust be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hoursMust be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English languageMust be able to lift 35 lbs floor to waist, lift 35 lbs waist to shoulder, lift and carry 35 lbs, and push/pull 35 lbsAdditional Job DescriptionEducation: A high school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Credentials: Basic Life Support and MUSC Safety Care Training required within 4 weeks of hire. Thereafter, must maintain. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Worksite address
mullins, SC, 29574, US
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