Restorative Therapy Aide

SCHEDULE*

between 6:30 am - 3:00 pm | 8 hours per week

• every other weekend and holiday

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTION:

Carry out restorative therapy as ordered by the attending physician under the supervision of the Restorative Nursing Director, Unit Director. Charge Nurse, and Consultant Therapists

ESSENTAIL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Will be responsible for manually lifting and transferring residents up to 60 lbs. on a frequent basis. Will need to be able to reach, pull, move hands and arms in order to transfer residents doing the following actions:
  • Bed to chair/chair to bed.
  • Wheelchair to toilet/toilet to wheelchair.
  • Bed to stretcher/stretcher to bed.
  • Assisted ambulation of residents.
  • Turning and positioning of bed bound residents to maintain proper body alignment.
• Responsible to provide a safe environment for residents and co-workers by following all established safety policies and procedures including:
  • Awareness of chemical products used and material data sheets (MSDS). Proper use of universal precautions and infection control policies including good hand washing techniques and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) (ie. goggles and masks).
  • Awareness of Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) and Risk Management/Safety Program and will adhere to established policies and procedures within the nursing department and facility wide with regards to job performance and safe operating procedures.
  • Will use proper body mechanics, hoyer-lifts, gait belts and secure assistance of a co-worker as required by policy and established by the resident plan of care.
• Must be able to lift, reach, pull, and bend to perform therapy modalities on residents as ordered by the attending physician or consultant therapists.
• Will carry out functional maintenance programs on residents as ordered by the consultant therapists.
• Must be able to read, write, understand, and speak English to effectively communicate with professionals, health care providers, and residents as well as accurately document therapy progress notes in the resident’s record.
• Is responsible to promptly report changes in condition to the Charge Nurses as well as the Unit Director.
• Will promote optimum functional mobility for residents,
• Is responsible to maintain an inventory list of cushions and other restorative rehab supply inventory as needed.
• Demonstrates Missouri Slope’s customer service standards of excellence.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• May assist Unit Director in teaching body mechanics to other staff as assigned.
• Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement and Safety Committee activities, as assigned; including competency testing in areas of practice.
• Attend inservices and meetings scheduled.
• Other duties related to job function, as assigned.

#INDNUR

• 18 years of age or older
• Current CNA licensure or an equivalent or higher license, including PT or OT licenses, is required
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Successfully pass a drug test, background check, including criminal history, certification registries, and employment history
• Completion of training as required by Missouri Slope
• Employees at Missouri Slope are required to receive the annual influenza vaccination as a condition of employment. Successful candidates must either get the vaccination (which is covered by the employer), provide proof of a current vaccination, or obtain an approved accommodation on their start date. This requirement is in place to safeguard the health and safety of our employees, patients/clients, and the community we serve, in alignment with state and federal health guidelines. Exemptions may be made for medical reasons (e.g., documented allergy or medical contraindication) or sincerely held religious beliefs that prevent vaccination. Requests for such accommodations will be handled on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

MISSOURI SLOPE BENEFITS INCLUDE (varies by hours):

• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday pay
• Shift differential
• CNA certification reimbursement

Missouri Slope follows CMS requirements and requires its employees to obtain and provide confirmation of all the necessary vaccinations and screenings by the start of employment, subject to requests for accommodation as applicable and as permitted by law.

Missouri Slope is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To apply, submit a Missouri Slope employment application at the front office or apply online at www.missourislope.com

Application Deadline: Open until filled