Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Assist with and be responsible for patient care as directed by physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech-language pathology. Interacts with facility staff, MJ Care staff and all external contacts of the clinic to include, but not limited to, physicians, families and vendors. Responsible for clerical duties and office systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Patient Care:

• Assists in patient treatment as indicated.
• Schedules/delegates treatments as directed by the Rehab Director.
• Complies with direct and indirect tasks as indicated in the partial list of the rehab extender training manual.
• Patient care responsibilities at a minimum of hours per week.
• Transport patients in wheelchairs/gerichairs. Awareness and compliance to wheelchair safety precautions.
• Has knowledge of computer operations to enhance patient programming.
• Schedules staff when necessary.
• Is able to transport and transfer patients as necessary, with or without assistance, according to proper policy/procedure.
• In case of emergency/disaster, will safely transport residents by stairs to evacuate per disaster policies.

Requirements

Physical Qualifications:

• Is able to meet a medium to heavy physical demand level with exertion of force up to 50-75 pounds occasionally and 20-50 pounds frequently.
• Has the use of upper extremities for light repetitive, fine motor tasks.
• Possesses adequate senses to safely and effectively treat patients and assist in emergency situations.

Cognitive Qualifications:

• Has good problem-solving, math and communication skills.
• Has the ability to learn, concentrate, remember and listen.
• Has good time management and organizational skills.

Interpersonal Qualifications:

• Has the ability to interact in a personal and professional manner.