Medication aide Jobs in Tuscaloosa, AL

Overview

Provides routine therapeutic services under the supervision of therapist or therapist assistants

Responsibilities

Provides routine services to patients, as outlined in department scope of service, working under the direct supervision of licensed therapist or therapist assistant and provides accurate written and / or verbal objective feedback and documentation of observations, as necessary, related to the patient's response to such activities, utilizing correct forms or system tools. Assists in training of new employees and assists with volunteers.. Observes patients during activity and reports patient responses orally or in writing to therapist or therapist assistant. Maintains a safe and clean work environment for the patients. Attends in services and departmental or hospital meetings. Assists in department quality control (equipment checks, temp logs, cleaning checklists etc, and upkeep.) Performs clerical duties as needed. Prepares equipment, rooms, and patients for therapy treatment. Completes competency as outlined. Transports patients as needed / required Performs transportation of supplies from nursing areas for patient treatments and restock supplies in the department. Checks with other staff to offer assistance throughout the day.

DCH Standards :

• Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
• Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients / families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.
• Performs essential job functions in a manner that ensures the safety of patients, visitors and employees.
• Identifies and reduces unsafe practices that may result in harm to patients, visitors and employees.
• Recognizes and takes appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards to promote safety for patients, visitors and employees.
• Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
• Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High School graduate or equivalent. Must be able to read, write legibly, speak and comprehend English

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