Therapy Aide
Under the supervision of the PACE Therapy Manager, the Therapy Aide provides support to the therapy team in the delivery of therapy care to participants. Therapy Aide perform nonmedical tasks, such as setting up and cleaning treatment rooms and transporting patients to different areas of a health care facility.
Essential Functions of the Job :
- Assist with patient intake.
- Preparation of equipment.
- Transporting patients.
- Observing patients.
- Schedule and tracking of Therapy Department logistics.
- Documenting patient's communication, responses, and progress.
- Liaise with physicians' offices and hospital personnel.
- Responsible for setting up equipment and maintaining a clean and functional area for treatment and exercises.
- Assists other staff in carrying out program assignments.
- Provides support and clerical assistance to therapy staff.
- Assists in maintaining patients areas in a clean and orderly manner. Cleans and organizes program areas including cleaning of equipment and shower areas.
- Follows infectious disease precautions to prevent the spread of organisms.
- Attends center staff meetings and in-service educational training programs.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities :
Active Listening : An ability to hear and carry out precise instructions from the treating therapist.Interpersonal Skills : An ability to read other people's cues and react accordingly.A strong desire to help others.Attention to Detail : Patients have precise exercises that are apart of their treatment, and equipment must be prepared properly to handle these. It's also important to keep treatment rooms neat and orderly.Critical Thinking : An ability to weight different options and take decisive action.Stamina : Moving and preparing equipment and helping to move patients can be physically demanding some days.Compassion : Patients often are recovering from injuries or dealing with other serious health issues. A genuine concern for their recovery or well-being is vital to being a good Therapy Aide.Communicates effectively with participants and co-workers. Works effectively in a team setting.Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings as needed.Adheres to SYH and PACE attendance and punctuality policies and practices.Follows established PACE and Day Center departmental and position specific policies and procedures and updates as needed.Attends meetings as required and participates on committees as directed.Maintains health and safety standards at all times, and takes an active role in the Safety and Injury in the Workplace program; maintains all records and documentation as required.Job Requirements : Education Required :
High School Diploma or GED.Experience Required :
Six (6) months of experience in a professional or personal care setting.Verbal and Written Skills Required to Perform the Job :
Bilingual preferred (English / Spanish / Arabic).Technical Knowledge and Skills Required to Perform the Job :
Must possess the skills necessary to provide care for geriatric patients and must be able to function well in a team environment.Only act within the scope of his or her authority to practice.Meet a standardized set of competencies for the specific position description established by San Diego PACE and approved by CMA before working independently.Commitment to long-term care in a community setting and promoting maximum patient independence and functional ability.Equipment Used :
Personal computer, software systems, scanner, telephones, copy and fax machines, laundry equipment.Working Conditions and Physical Requirements :
Must be able to stoop, kneel, reach, bend, crouch, lift and stand for long periods.Have full range of motion; be able to lift 50+ lbs.Need to transfer and lift participants.Occasional lifting of heavy objects.Provide leadership coverage at assigned SYHealth's clinics as needed.Must be required to work evenings and weekends and attends meetings.Universal Requirements :
Pre-employment requirements include I-9, physical, positive background and reference check results, complete application, new hire orientation, pre-employment PPDs. Compliance with all mandated vaccinations and all boosters is a term and condition of employment.
