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Job Summary
Under the supervision of Manager / Director / Certified Child Life Specialist, the Child Life Assistant is responsible for supporting infants, children, youth, and families by providing developmentally appropriate activities including therapeutic play, preparation and education as directed / developed by professional Child Life staff.
Reports to : Child Life Specialist / Director, PICU
Job Specific Responsibilities
Daily assignments may include but are not limited to :
Education and Experience
Required Licensures / Certifications / Registrations
CPR certification or BLS must be attained within 12 months from date of hire
Skills and Abilities
Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships
This position will interact closely with nursing staff, patients and their family members, and other department and hospital staff throughout the hospital
Physical Capabilities
Work may frequently require standing, walking, lifting, and transporting of supplies. Work is of medium demand. Speaking and hearing to converse with staff members, are required.
Adequate hand / eye coordination and fine motor skills are required. Near visual acuity is required to work with charts and records.
Environmental Working Conditions :
Works in well-lighted, heated, ventilated building. Hours may vary to accommodate needs in the department. Exposure to blood borne pathogens is of low risk.
May be required to work in areas other than primary assignment.
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Last updated : 2024-05-04
Full Time
$46k-58k (estimate)
05/05/2024
08/04/2024
umchealthsystem.com
LUBBOCK, TX
25 - 50
1978
ROGER WOLCOTT
<$5M
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