Therapy Technician

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS. This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana. CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account (https://www.myworkday.com/archildrens/)and search the "Find Jobs" report. Work Shift: Please see job description for details. Time Type: Part time Department: CC014280 Physical Therapy Summary: Physical Therapy Dept. - PRN (not benefit-eligible) - Saturday 8:30-12:30, 1 shift/month minimum Assists occupational and physical therapists during therapy sessions. Supports clinical care by cleaning equipment, ordering supplies, and other administrative functions as indicated. Additional Information: Physical Therapy Dept. PRN (not benefit-eligible) Saturday 8:30-12:30, 1 shift/month minimum Required Education: High school diploma or GED or equivalent Recommended Education: Associate's Degree in a related field of study. Required Work Experience: Entry Level - Experience not Required. Recommended Work Experience: Formal education may substitute for work experience on a year-for-year basis (eg., one year of education = one year of experience) Required Certifications: Recommended Certifications: Description 1. Assists occupational and physical therapists during direct patient care sessions. Safely transports or escorts a patient to the therapy session. 2. Communicates any changes in a patient’s condition to the therapist, nurse, or other medical professional. 3. Serves as a life guard for the therapy pool. 4. Verifies the accuracy of the therapist’s charges. Reports any documentation discrepancies to the appropriate team members. 5. Disinfects toys and equipment in compliance with infection control and regulatory guidelines. 6. Records heat and cold modality temperatures and performs eyewash station procedures. Records documentation findings on the appropriate log. 7. Reports unsafe equipment to therapy staff and/or leadership team and follows appropriate procedures. 8. Serves as the Departmental Safety Coordinator as assigned. 9. Maintains supply inventory in clinical areas. Orders supplies from the appropriate area or vendor. 10. Stocks linens in the designated clinical areas. Notifies the linen service when additional items are required. 11. Demonstrates knowledge and implementation of departmental policies and procedures. 12. Maintains a positive attitude while demonstrating the adaptability necessary to effectively respond to changing departmental needs. 13. Communicates information clearly and concisely in a manner that is not offensive. Helps others understand and retain the message. Utilizes active listening skills. 14. Committed to providing a positive patient experience by modeling Arkansas Children’s values to patients, families, guests, and team members. 15. Completes additional duties as assigned. Arkansas Children’s is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action. Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow. Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state. “Arkansas Children’s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children’s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.” Michael – Business Operations Manager “Arkansas Children’s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children.” Linda – Information Systems Analyst “We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children.” Angela – Parking and Fleet Coordinator “Care, love, and hope for children!” Kathy – Administrative Assistant “When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!” Nick – Supply Assistant