Therapeutic Assistant 1- Dpod

Full Time
Charleston, SC 29407
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Job Description Summary

The Therapeutic Assistant on the Dpod reports to the Nurse Manager. Under the direction of a registered nurse the Therapeutic Assistant is responsible for providing patient care as directed by the multi- disciplinary treatment plan and the daily assignment sheet. The Therapeutic Assistant assists with patient admission on discharge processes, monitors and promotes the safety of the therapeutic environment, assure that patient’s activities of daily living are maintained, and supports the therapeutic program.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000424 CHS - Emergency DPOD (IOP)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-20

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Job Description

The Therapeutic Assistant on the Dpod Unit reports to the Nurse Manager. Under the direction of a registered nurse the Therapeutic Assistant is responsible for providing patient care as directed by the multi- disciplinary treatment plan and the daily assignment sheet. The Therapeutic Assistant assists with patient admission on discharge processes, monitors and promotes the safety of the therapeutic environment, assure that patient’s activities of daily living are maintained, and supports the therapeutic program.

Note: the following descriptions are applicable to this section) Continuous (6-8hrs per shift), Frequent (2-6hrs per shift) & Infrequent (0-2hrs per shift): Ability to perform job functions while standing (C), Ability to perform job functions while sitting (C), Ability to perform job functions while walking (C), Ability to climb stairs(I), Ability to work indoors(C), Ability to work outdoors(I), Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions(F), Ability to bend at the waist(F), Ability to squat & perform job functions(F), Ability to perform ‘pinching’ operations(I), Ability to crawl while performing job functions(F), Ability to fully use both hands/arms(C), Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows & shoulders(C), Ability to fully use both legs(C), Ability to reach in all directions(C), Possess good finger dexterity(C), Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions(C), Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function(C), Ability to lift & carry 35lbs, unassisted(F), Ability to lift & carry patients to 300lbs(+/-), assisted(F), Ability to lower objects to 35lbs from
height of 36 inches, unassisted; Ability to push/pull objects to 100lbs, unassisted; Ability to push/pull patients to 300lbs(+/-) in wheelchairs, etc., unassisted(F), Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected(C), Ability to see & recognize objects close at hand(C), Ability to see & recognize objects at a distance(C), Ability to match or discriminate between colors(C), Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception(C), Good peripheral vision capabilities(C), Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction(C), Ability to hear & understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet; Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements(C), Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially & annually, Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations, Ability to work rotating shifts, Ability to work overtime as required, Ability to learn & use new processes, tools, equipment as needed.

Requirements (Education, Work Experience, Licensure, Registry and/or Certifications)


Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral science or related field which provides guidelines for determination of significant aspects of human behavior required. Experience in therapeutic programs in the field of mental health or retardation is preferred. Computer Literacy.

Certified in BLS and Safety Care within the first 6 months of employment and annually thereafter for Safety care & biannually for BLS.

Additional Job Description

Education: Bachelors Degree Required

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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