What are the responsibilities and job description for the RESNA Certified ATP position at UNC Health Southeastern?
POSITION SUMMARY: The ATP’s primary responsibility is assessing patients and selecting the proper equipment to address seating, positioning and mobility needs.
EDUCATION, CREDENTIALS, TRAINING and EXPERIENCE:Minimum Required: ATP Certification required, Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in seating and maintenance of complex power and manual wheelchairs. Must have valid NC Driver’s license and access to use of an automobile.
Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in healthcare-related field; Experienced RESNA Certified ATP with excellent communication skills, proven successful sales background with a commitment to excellence and customer service.
ADDITIONAL SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: Incumbent must demonstrate an ability to apply age-appropriate principles of communication and clinical practice relevant to the unique needs of neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Incumbent must demonstrate competence in the use of equipment and application of procedures before being allowed to perform independently.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:
Supervises: Provides professional supervision to tech, and non-licensed personnel and students. Assigns and checks work and provides input with respect to clinical/technical competence but has no responsibility for personnel actions or decisions. Provides training, education, oversight and guidance to new employees and students, as assigned.
Reports To: Rehab Manager
