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Job TitleProvides safe, efficient, and therapeutically effective patient care as delegated.ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the safety of patients:Successful completion of probation and annual skills/competency requirementsSafeguards confidential informationFollows safety rules in all areas of patient care and ensures a safe patient environmentDemonstrates proficiency in use/application of all equipmentResponsible for the provision of delegated patient care services:Ensures ADLs and patient care assignments are performed as scheduled and communicates this to attending therapistPerforms technical skill per standardCompletes job duties within established schedule 95% of timeCommunicates and collaborates with patient/family and health care team to plan careAnswers patient bells, lights, or other verbal/nonverbal communication promptly and provides emotional/physical support and/or communicates needs to health care providerMaintains supplies/equipment of the assigned area:Ensures all patient care equipment is in proper working orderObtains and delivers equipment, paperwork, and supplies in a timely mannerMaintains adequate supplies for patient care; performs kitchen inventory weekly and maintains/orders replacement items as indicatedAssures accurate completion of all non clinical paperwork; including tech sheets, patient schedules/grids/logs, and patient communication sheetsDemonstrates accountability as a member of the Care Team in meeting business goals, clinical/quality outcomes and customer satisfaction:Serves as a role model by demonstrating positive team based behaviorRegular and timely attendance is required for this positionParticipates in PI process, including planning/operational changes and progresses toward meeting team and individual PI goalEnsures that scheduled patient care, including frequency/duration and service intensity are met at least 90% of time, with all missed sessions/minutes communicated directly to attending therapistDemonstrates flexibility in meeting changing departmental needs in response to business, clinical staffing or regulatory conditions:Alters daily work habits/patterns/methods to meet changing departmental requirements/needsProvides assistance to team members as requested or assignedContributes to the daily operation of the division/department by completing special duties/projects and performing other roles as assignedQualificationsEducation Requirements:Required: High School Diploma or equivalentPreferred: College coursesLicense and Certification Requirements:Preferred Certification: CNA, EMT, or CMAExperience Requirements:Preferred: 1 year as a nursing assistant, therapy technician, or similar experienceKnowledge:Within the first 90 days of hire demonstrate knowledge of procedures and techniques in administering and providing basic and advanced patient care servicesKnowledge of supplies used in patient care/therapy treatmentBasic understanding of computer operations, medical terminology, keyboarding, modality application and whirlpool applicationSkills:Oral and written communication skillsGood understanding of asepsis and sterile techniquesAbilities:Ability to effectively communicateAbility to stand and walk for extended periods of timeWork Environment: Exposure to chemicals which may be used in patient care.Physical Demands: Ability to lift, push, pull, and position patients and equipment. Visual acuity and manual dexterity. Long hours without a break may be required.Other Duties: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.Job InfoJob Identification 29183Job Category Technical (Clinical)Locations Main Hospital Main Tower 5th Floor
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gulfport, MS, 39507, US
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