Therapy Aide – Acute Pediatric Position Available In Durham, North Carolina

Job Description:

At Duke Health, we’re driven by a commitment to compassionatecare that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and thegreater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us anddiscover how we can advance health together. About Duke University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital inDurham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the bestin the United States and is the number one hospital in NorthCarolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024.Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health’s threehospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, aswell as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities,including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgerycenter, and more. General Description of the Job Class Perform moderately skilled work aiding physical therapists,occupational therapists, and speech language pathologists (ifapplicable) with departmental operating procedures and patienttreatment. Duties and Responsibilities of this Level Level I Perform patient related tasks and instruction, in which employeehas attained competence, as specifically designated by thetherapist. Prepare patient and treatment area for care, aidtherapist with patient care under direct and/or indirectsupervision. Meet all competency skills for Therapy Aide Level I. Utilize correct sterile technique when assisting with wound careand dressing changes. Transport patients to proper location according to the daily timeschedule utilizing all necessary safety precautions in all areas ofthe hospital as requested. Transport, transfer, and/or assist patient in and out ofwheelchair, bed, tilt table, or stretcher safely and without unduediscomfort to patient. Assist in scheduling inpatients and outpatients as needed. Arrange schedule so patients will arrive in the department fortheir scheduled visit: delays will be reported to the therapists nolater than the scheduled time of expected arrival. Assist patients as necessary for transfers, dressing andtoileting. Assist in the maintenance, care, and cleaning of equipment andsupplies. Demonstrate knowledge of and utilizes good body mechanics. Understand oxygen procedures in transport of patients. Transport/deliver equipment, records, mail/messages in a timelymanner as requested or according to daily schedule. Manage or assist with control of linen and supply inventory asrequested to include Organize and stock inventory systematicallyand efficiently; check inventory levels on a daily basis oraccording to area standard and place as needed, and check ordersreceived for accuracy and damage. Consistently meet patient careproductivity standards for job classification. Work cooperativelywith peers to contribute to the overall productivity of the team.

Actively support and participate in cross coverage efforts in thedepartment/division. Report patient responses/reactions to treatment. Complete activity logs, safety logs, stamped patient attendanceinformation, and other projects as assigned. Post charges and assist with phone and front office coverage asneeded. Communicate with patient and staff in courteous, respectful, andsupportive manner. Respond promptly to requests for assistance in a cooperative andenthusiastic manner. Assist with orientation and training of volunteers assigned to PT,OT, or SLP. Participate in review of activities and processes for area of work;assist in implementing changes to effect continual improvement inservices provided; and comply with regulatory and legalrequirements. Level II In addition to duties described in Level I, performs thefollowing: Aid with and co-treat on more complex therapy proceduresappropriate for non-licensed staff, including independentperformance of some treatment techniques with on-sitesupervision. Manage custom supply orders, including: delivery tracking, sendingpacking slips to procurement, and processing returns in appropriateand timely manner. Check equipment routinely to ensure properoperation and follows procedures for notification, repair,replacement. Consistently meet patient care productivity standards for jobclassification. Display flexibility in scheduling. Report patient responses/reactions to treatment, document inmedical record as appropriate, and ensure co-documentation andco-signature of supervising therapist. Provide on-site supervision to assigned aides. Organize workload for assigned staff in fair and equitable way. Assist with orientation and training of level I aides andvolunteers assigned to PT, OT, or SLP. Required Qualifications at this

Level Education:

Level I Graduation from high school or GED; or an equivalent combination ofrelated education and experience which provides the requiredknowledge, skills, and abilities. Level II Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, orLicensure/Certification as Athletic Trainer or Massage Therapist,or at least three years relevant experience as rehab aide/tech.

Experience:

Level I Successful completion of an on-the-job training period, renderingcompetency in performance of required duties after a specifiedperiod of time. One year rehabilitative services experience orequivalent education preferred. Level II Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, orLicensure/Certification as Athletic Trainer or Massage Therapist,or at least three years relevant experience as rehab aide/tech. Degrees, Licensure, and/or

Certification:

Levels I and II BCLS certification or obtain within first three months ofemployment. Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committedto providing employment opportunity without regard to anindividual’s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression,gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race,religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration,innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective successdepends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is bestwhen the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, andexperiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essentialthat all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that thecontributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voicesare heard. All members of our community have a responsibility touphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions:

Certain jobs at Duke Universityand Duke University Health System may include essentialjobfunctions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities.

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