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County of Santa Clara is Hiring a Therapy Technician Near San Jose, CA
Please Note: Applicants who meet the employment standards will be invited to take the ONLINE examination tentatively scheduled for June 10, 2023 thru June 17, 2023. The exam date(s) may change based on the number of applicants.
The established eligible list may also be used to fill future vacancies such as full-time, part-time, extra-help, etc., as they occur. If you are interested in such opportunities, please be sure to complete the appropriate questions.
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- Provide assigned direct patient care in conformance with care plans established by the primary therapist (e.g., exercise, mobility, activities of daily living, communication activities, education, range of motion, behavior management);
- Provide indirect care and support, including transportation, preparation, and set up of patients and equipment;
- Assist therapy staff with procedures;
- Participate and assist licensed or certified therapy staff with group treatment and community outings;
- Fabricate and modify assistive devices and special equipment;
- Observe and report patient condition and status to primary therapist;
- Collect data in accordance with specified guidelines and provide patient information to therapist that contributes to the plan of care;
- Document care provided;
- Assist with application, removal, and replacement of protective, comfort and therapeutic devices per established care plans;
- May order Durable Medical Equipment according to therapist instructions;
- Perform minor checking and repair to equipment and other devices;
- Assist in maintenance of treatment areas by returning equipment, taking inventory, cleaning treatment equipment and organizing files and cabinets;
- Participate in meetings and in services as requested by supervisor;
- Provide a safe environment for patients, families, visitors, self, and staff (e.g., universal precautions and body mechanics);
- Maintain records and perform related duties as required;
- Assist with data gathering for Quality Improvement;
- Orient volunteers according to guidelines;
- May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required;
- Other related duties as assigned.
Training and Experience Note: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Typically, the applicant will have one year of experience as a Therapy Aide, Nurse's Aide, or Hospital Volunteer when assignment offers an opportunity to work around patients, or one year of coursework relevant to therapy and hospital work.
Knowledge of:
- Relevant medical terminology;
- Basic communication skills;
- Patient observation skills;
- Record keeping practices.
- Understand oral and written instructions;
- Work with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team in a courteous, effective and cooperative manner;
- Communicate effectively and responsibly, verbally and in writing;
- Work accurately and efficiently with minimal supervision;
- Comply with administrative and regulatory policies;
- Recognize need for and seek advice from supervising therapy staff when needed;
- Instruct and assist patients effectively;
- Perform routine clerical work;
- Maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, patients, and others;
- Stand and walk for long periods;
- Assist, support, lift and transfer patients;
- Reach, grasp, and manipulate a variety of objects;
- Carry equipment/supplies and operate power tools.
Job Summary
Full Time
$72k-88k (estimate)
05/09/2023
05/22/2024
sccgov.org
SAN JOSE, CA
7,500 - 15,000
2016
JEFFREY V SMITH
$1B - $3B
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About County of Santa Clara
The goal of the Office of LGBTQ Affairs is to provide leadership, accountability, and effective outcomes across programs and departments for the well-being and longevity of LGBTQ communities throughout Santa Clara County. It aims to provide targeted training for client-specific needs and employee-related LGBTQ issues. The Office identify gaps in services to LGBTQ residents, develops resources to address them, and devises evaluation metrics to determine the effectiveness of those efforts. The Office of LGBTQ Affairs plays a role in convening community stakeholders and promoting and collaboratin...g on LGBTQ community events, including those that foster dialogue and increase access to services for the most disenfranchised members of the LGBTQ community. To contact The Office of LGBTQ Affairs staff please send email: lgbtq@ceo.sccgov.org. Location: 2460 North First Street, Suite 220 San Jos, CA 95131 Phone: (408) 678-2900 Email: lgbtq@ceo.sccgov.org
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