MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The primary job duties this position is responsible for achieving are listed in order of importance.
Responsible for assisting the licensed personnel in keeping the department running smoothly by performing therapeutic activities within the scope of on the job training and with on-site supervision of a licensed therapist or therapist assistant.
Position Summary
Provides therapy care to inpatients and outpatients within the scope of documented on the job training and with onsite supervision of a licensed therapist or therapist assistant.
Essential therapeutic care includes, but is not limited to moist heat, cryotherapy, massage, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, whirlpool, intermittent cervical / pelvic traction and therapeutic exercise.
- Performs daily clerical and office duties inclusive of, but not limited to outpatient scheduling, Xeroxing, filing charts and records and placing completed notes in patient charts.
- Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time.
- Uses computerized time clock correctly.
- Attends staff meetings and actively participates, reads and returns all staff meeting minutes.
- Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQl) activities.
- Demonstrates an understanding of the procedures for reporting and responding to facility emergencies such as fire, and disruption in utilities and hazardous materials spills.
- Demonstrates knowledge of equipment capabilities, limitations, and appropriate / special applications.
- Demonstrates the ability to access and use computer systems.
- Communicates with physicians, administrative staff, co-workers, and patients / families in a respectful and caring manner.
- Demonstrates a positive professional image; performs responsibilities in a professional manner; demonstrates flexibility in the provision of patient care / service;
utilizes a collaborative approach with co-workers.
- Demonstrates flexibility in the work setting with changing assignments, varying staffing levels and patient care environments, and completes work on time.
- Consistently demonstrates critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Assists department management in the resolution and evaluation of problem situations.
- Assumes other duties as required.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education
High School or equivalent
Minimum Work Experience and Qualifications
- One or more years of experience working under the supervision of a licensed therapist.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Must be able to work in a union environment.
Required Licensure, Certification, Registration or Designation
Current Los Angeles County Fire Card required (within 30 days of employment).
Shift : Days
Hours : Varied
Weekly Hours : Varied
Type : Per Diem
FTE : 0.3
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