What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard position at Hospital for Special Care?
Position Location: Hospital for Special Care Scheduled Weekly Hours: 2 Work Shift: Second Shift Department: Aquatics & Fitness Center We are dedicated to creating an environment of care and engagement that makes us one of the most desirable places to work, providing exceptional care to each patient each and every day! ***(6716) Lifeguard QUALIFICATIONS Required: American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED certification Required: Quarterly demonstration of physical lifeguarding skills (see Physical Demands #9 below) Required: 6 months experience as a lifeguard or equivalent swim team experience Preferred: High School Diploma JOB SUMMARY The Aquatic Rehab Center Lifeguard is responsible for the prevention of accidents, safety, emergency and lifesaving interventions, and the protection of human life at HSC’s Aquatic Rehab Center while on duty. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Stand or walk 20%-40% of each shift. Sit 60%-80% of each shift. Perform physical skills including lifting, reaching, bending, twisting, kneeling, squatting, climbing, and pushing/pulling up to 40% of each shift. Able to run and swim short distances as related to rescue techniques on rare occasion. Lift and carry up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis. Grasp with both hands on frequent basis to handle equipment and assist patients and members. Fine hand manipulation with one hand is required on occasional basis to manipulate small objects. Maintain the ability to demonstrate physical lifeguarding skills such as 500-yard swim, brick retrieval with a 40-yard swim, submerged victim rescue, passive and active victim rescue, spinal injury rescue. COGNITIVE DEMANDS Job requires continuous alertness required to observe swimmers, conforming with established rules, and standards of practice to insure swimmer safety and prevent accidents, drownings. Job requires familiarity with general medical terms and definitions. Job requires basic writing proficiency needed for written reports including accident/incident reports and the ability to express self clearly. Job requires problem-solving skills needed for critical decision making regarding appearance, behavior of swimmers and determining the need for any type of lifeguarding/lifesaving response. WORK DEMANDS Job requires working primarily indoors around water and associated chemicals. Schedule fluctuation is frequent and at times unpredictable. There may be occasional exposure to water borne or blood borne pathogens/blood/body fluids. There may be a need to respond to water, medical and/or behavioral emergency situations. It is the responsibility of the lifeguard to find coverage for his/her shift in the event of an absence. Staff who are unable to secure coverage will be expected to work their assigned shift. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Maintains constant surveillance of the pool area, recognizing and responding effectively to safety and emergency situations. Effectively implements lifeguarding, lifesaving, and first aide measures, using appropriate equipment and supplies. Adheres to and enforces regulations, policies, and standards of practice for lifeguarding, safety, accident prevention and infection control. Demonstrates proper equipment handling and participates in equipment management, setup, care, storage and maintenance. If employee is a Water Safety Instructor: Effectively designs and teaches swimming lessons to participants of all ages and varying swimming abilities that support the general teaching outlines provided by the American Red Cross Swimming Program. Plans and organizes lesson plans, methods and goals to provide a high level of quality instruction for all participants. Evaluates swimmers to determine if skill requirements have been met and assigns grade based on the grading criteria for the level. At HFSC, we are a family. Each person who is a part of our team of 1,300 employees and volunteers offers unique talents and perspectives. We all believe in keeping the same shared value of making our patients the center of what we do. By combining all of our unique skills and shared values we are able to make a positive difference in the lives of our patients. We are dedicated to creating an environment of care and engagement that makes us one of the most desirable places to work. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and offer a competitive benefits package. Not finding the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Get Started below or create an account by clicking 'Sign In' at the top of the page to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!
