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Required Skills

1. Provides safe and efficient patient transport to and from the therapy services areas, including home visits with therapy staff or recreational activities with the recreational therapy staff. 

1. Assists therapists and/or assistants with the treatment of patients, demonstrating consistent judgment and initiative to maximize safety under the supervision of a licensed professional. 
2. Cleans, organizes and maintains therapy equipment and services areas. 
3. Maintains open channel of communication with therapists, peers and supervisors, demonstrating appropriate interpersonal skills and teamwork.  
4. Demonstrates appropriate customer service skills as outlined in the Memorial Health System’s mission, vision and values. Maintains high level of commitment to Memorial’s Behavior Standards and Great Patient Experience including AIDET and Greet and Feet. 
5. Demonstrates strong time management and organizational skills in maintaining a high level of productivity while meeting commitments and deadlines. 
6. Demonstrates a willingness and flexibility in responding to scheduling requests. Works at least 48 hours in a six month period. Per diem expectation is a minimum of 1 weekend shift per month. 
7. Assist in data collection, structuring and organization of data utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point. 
8. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

Essential Functions and Job Duties

• Performs assessment (chest auscultation, need for therapy, ABG results) on assigned patients as ordered by a physician; demonstrates accurate assessment skills in relation to age of patient.

• Establishes priorities and plan of care based on assessment.

• Provides care according to respiratory standards of practice.

• Documents tolerance to treatments and patient variances; revises plan of care to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

• Completes all annual educational requirements; demonstrates competency in respiratory areas, including assessment, 02 administration, patient ventilators, treatment, medications, etc.

• Documents care; completes CQI projects.

• Participates in continuing education and development of department staff by providing inservices and acting as a resource to staff in a specific specialty area of respiratory care (i.e. ventilator management)

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

Essential Functions and Job Duties

• Performs assessment (chest auscultation, need for therapy, ABG results) on assigned patients as ordered by a physician; demonstrates accurate assessment skills in relation to age of patient.

• Establishes priorities and plan of care based on assessment.

• Provides care according to respiratory standards of practice.

• Documents tolerance to treatments and patient variances; revises plan of care to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

• Completes all annual educational requirements; demonstrates competency in respiratory areas, including assessment, 02 administration, patient ventilators, treatment, medications, etc.

• Documents care; completes CQI projects.

• Participates in continuing education and development of department staff by providing inservices and acting as a resource to staff in a specific specialty area of respiratory care (i.e. ventilator management)

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Achieves & maintains 0-10 points on the Clinical Ladder Grid.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with patients, families, peer and other team members as needed for assessment, intervention, and professional development.
• Must be physically able to lift, support, move patients 50 – 100 lbs.
• Universal Precautions Category I

• Perform Patient assessments with patients in a specific service area.

• Assign an Occupational Therapy treatment diagnosis.

• Establishes plan of care with objective, measurable goals.

• Provides interventions supported by evidenced based practice in accordance to the established plan of care

• Assesses the effectiveness of treatment and modifies treatment to achieve goals.

• Plans for discharge.

• Communicates with patient, family, caregivers and members of team to promote maximum benefit of care.

• Provide patient care documentation that meets quality standards and supports ethical billing practice.

• Demonstrates ability to organize workload and manage time effectively.

• Maintains positive working relationship with patients and referral base.

• Demonstrates teamwork by routinely offering to help others or assisting others whenever needed.

• Demonstrates ability to handle difficult and/or stressful situations appropriately.
• Performs other related work as required or requested.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to walk, stand, bend and reach.
• The employee will frequently be required to lift, push and pull weight of at least 1 to 5 pounds.

Mental Demands

• Ability to work under stress and adapt to changing conditions.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Minimal cleaning and maintenance of R.T. equipment.

1. Prepares and tests R.T. equipment for proper & safe operation. Reports malfunctioning equipment to manager.

1. Follows and enforces safety rules of R.T. Department & hospital. Also follows special instructions, such as isolation precautions to prevent the spread of infection.

1. Receives, verifies, and processes all necessary documentation for correct order.

1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

• SAFETY: Prevent Harm – I put safety first in everything I do.  I take action to ensure the safety of others.

• COURTESY: Serve Others – I treat others with dignity and respect.  I project a professional image and positive attitude.

• QUALITY: Improve Outcomes – I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance.  I work with others to achieve superior results.

• EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste – I use time and resources wisely.  I prevent defects and delays.

1. Documents patient oxygen use for charging purposes by visual inspection of every patient care unit bed.

1. Changes humidifiers and aerosol generators according to department policy.

1. Performs emergency rounds according to department policy.

1. Distributes E-cylinders of oxygen to the designated gas stations within MMC

1. Uses the ESI system to order routine department supplies.

1. Places special orders for equipment when needed.

1. Maintains, organizes, cleans, and stocks storerooms.

1. Participates in departmental in-services, continuing education, and other staff development activities.

1. Follows MMC and Pulmonary Medicine infection control policies. Keeps all patient information confidential and follows MMC Guest Relations guidelines.

1. Performs other related duties as assigned. Duties overseen by shift supervisor or designee.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

Principle Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Care Delivery
a. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary Palliative Care team across the health system to ensure high quality, patient-focused care.
b. Communicates effectively and compassionately with patient, family, and health care team members about serious illness.
c. Demonstrates respect for the patient’s views and wishes regarding healthcare treatment.
d. Incorporates ethical principles and professional standards in the care of patients and families experiencing life-limiting, progressive illnesses as well as identifying and advocating for the wishes and preferences of patients and families.
e. Conducts patient and family meetings with the members of the interdisciplinary team to discuss the goals of care, assist with decision making and advance care planning, determine care preferences, and develop patient-centered care plans
f. Work closely and collaboratively with the clinical care team across sites of care
g. Provides consultation to colleagues for complex patient care and family situations
h. Engages pastoral care, ethics, case management, social work, pharmacy, nutrition and other specialties as needed to address the complex needs of palliative care patients.

2. Psychosocial Assessment
a. Conducts patient assessments and develops the plan of care for delivery of serious illness care in collaboration with physician(s) and members of the multidisciplinary care team.
b. Utilizing specialized knowledge and experience, makes assessment of palliative care patients’ psychosocial needs, home situation, and economic constraints

3. Counseling
a. Provides crisis intervention and supportive counseling for palliative care patients and their families as needed
b. Assists the patient and family to cope with psychosocial symptoms
c. Provides short-term counseling to patients and families related to serious illness
d. Uses interpersonal skills to coach, inform, negotiate, and solve problems and conflicts as they arise.

4. Community Resources
a. Serve as liaison between patients/ families and community agencies
5. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:
• SAFETY: Prevent Harm – I put safety first in everything I do. I take action to ensure the safety of others.
• COURTESY: Serve Others – I treat others with dignity and respect. I project a professional image and positive attitude.
• QUALITY: Improve Outcomes – I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance. I work with others to achieve superior results.
• EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste – I use time and resources wisely. I prevent defects and delays.

6. Care Transitions
a. Confers with the patient, family, and clinical team to obtain information to coordinate efficient and quality patient care across the continuum
b. Builds relationships with primary care providers, skilled nursing facilities, and the community to promote continuity of care
c. Assures that all necessary information has been transmitted to next provider of care.

7. Support
a. Serves as patient advocate, assisting with navigation of patient eligible resources and programs
b. Provides patients and families with support and information to overcome personal and environmental difficulties which pre-dispose toward illness or interfere with obtaining maximum benefits from medical care
c. Assist patients to effectively utilize available resources to meet their personal health needs and help them develop their own capabilities

8. Advance Care Planning
a. Maintains a working knowledge of relevant medical/legal issues that impact patient care, e.g., advance directives, power of attorney, and guardianships.

9. Documentation
a. Documents all interactions and care provided to patients and families through psychosocial assessments and re-assessments, crisis intervention, individual and/or family counseling, bereavement counseling, emotional support, and discharge planning.

10. Quality
a. Participates in the monitoring of quality and utilization metrics and participates in improvement efforts to refine the delivery of care to maximize clinical, quality, and fiscal outcomes.

11. Education and Training
a. Assists, as needed, in training, new colleague orientation, student education, community education, in-house activities, and general public relations activities.
b. Demonstrates knowledge of care for older adults through accurate assessments, treatment and effective implementation of interventions.
c. Participates in continuing education and in-service training to support professional growth and expertise.

12. Recognizes one’s own attitudes, feelings, values, and expectations about death and the individual, cultural, and spiritual diversity existing in these beliefs and customs.
a. Aware of and complies with department and hospital policy and procedures.

13. Adheres to the NASW Code of Ethics

14. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

• Maintains flexibility, organizes and prioritizes time to accommodate assigned patient load.
• Meets departmental standards and insurance/reimbursement guidelines for documentation of care.

• Daily notes
• Communicates with doctors
• Recertifications
• Evaluations
• Billing
• Outcome measures

• Evaluates patients; plans and delivers care and treatment to progress patient to goals agreed upon by patient, family and Physician.
• Re-evaluates and plans programs on an ongoing basis.
• Competently applies all Physical Therapy modalities.
• Instructs patients and families in home programs.
• Suggests changes in patients’ clinical approaches, and secures orders as appropriate.
• Communicates and collaborates with rehabilitation team.
• Maintains existing equipment and recommends purchase of new items as consistent with Hospital and Department Strategic Plan.
• Maintains current professional knowledge.

• Attends all mandatory educational programs and continuous education required for licensure.
• Seeks continuing education to improve quality of care.

• Maintains fiscal responsibility of the Department and the Hospital. Compliant and accurate implementation of billing process.
• Actively looks for ways to reduce costs.
• Maintains patient/family confidentiality to comply with HIPPA regulations.
• Provides in-services and public education functions.
• Supervises students, Physical Therapy Assistants, and aides.
• Serves on committees as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Director, Managers, and Team Leader.
• Recommends and implements new programs as directed and as they pertain to Hospital and Department Strategic Plan.

Required Skills

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Therapy and instruction— Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions.
• Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation.
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects as it pertains to the clinical instruction of students.
• Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
• Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to evaluate and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of Human anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
• Knowledge of laws and government regulations as they apply to State and National standards.
• Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
• Good knowledge of the standard practices, equipment and rules relating to word processing, written and oral communications.
• Good working knowledge and ability to perform basic computer skills such as but limited to word processing, data entry, and documentation.
• Gives full attention to what other people are saying, takes time to understand the points being made, asks questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Actively looks for ways to help people, co-workers, and other departments.
• Understands the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Considers the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Able to communicate through clear and concise written, verbal, and listening skills with physicians, consultants, and Rehabilitation team members, patients and patients’ families.
• Ability to anticipate problems and potential outcomes.
• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
• Ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
• Ability to identify and understand the speech/language of another person.

Required Skills

• Maintains flexibility, organizes and prioritizes time to accommodate assigned patient load.
• Meets departmental standards and insurance/reimbursement guidelines for documentation of care.

• Daily notes
• Communicates with doctors
• Recertifications
• Evaluations
• Billing
• Outcome measures

• Evaluates patients; plans and delivers care and treatment to progress patient to goals agreed upon by patient, family and Physician.
• Re-evaluates and plans programs on an ongoing basis.
• Competently applies all Physical Therapy modalities.
• Instructs patients and families in home programs.
• Suggests changes in patients’ clinical approaches, and secures orders as appropriate.
• Communicates and collaborates with rehabilitation team.
• Maintains existing equipment and recommends purchase of new items as consistent with Hospital and Department Strategic Plan.
• Maintains current professional knowledge.

• Attends all mandatory educational programs and continuous education required for licensure.
• Seeks continuing education to improve quality of care.

• Maintains fiscal responsibility of the Department and the Hospital. Compliant and accurate implementation of billing process.
• Actively looks for ways to reduce costs.
• Maintains patient/family confidentiality to comply with HIPPA regulations.
• Provides in-services and public education functions.
• Supervises students, Physical Therapy Assistants, and aides.
• Serves on committees as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Director, Managers, and Team Leader.
• Recommends and implements new programs as directed and as they pertain to Hospital and Department Strategic Plan.

Required Skills

Essential Functions and Job Duties

• Maintains flexibility, organizes and prioritizes time to accommodate assigned patient load.
• Meets departmental standards and insurance/reimbursement guidelines for documentation of care.

• Daily notes
• Communicates with doctors
• Re-certifications
• Evaluations
• Billing
• Outcome measures

• Evaluates patients; plans and delivers care and treatment to progress patient to goals agreed upon by patient, family and Physician.
• Re-evaluates and plans programs on an ongoing basis.
• Competently applies all Physical Therapy modalities.
• Instructs patients and families in home programs.
• Suggests changes in patients’ clinical approaches, and secures orders as appropriate.
• Communicates and collaborates with rehabilitation team.
• Maintains existing equipment and recommends purchase of new items as consistent with Hospital and Department Strategic Plan.
• Maintains current professional knowledge.

• Attends all mandatory educational programs and continuous education required for licensure.
• Seeks continuing education to improve quality of care.

• Compliant and accurate implementation of billing process.
• Maintains fiscal responsibility of the Department and the Hospital.
• Accepts additional duties and remains flexible in work schedule.

• Serves on task force as requested.
• Assist with CQI studies.
• Conducts communication education.
• Assists Clinical Specialist in staff education.
• Supervises students as requested.

• Maintains patient/family confidentiality to comply with HIPPA regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Director, Managers, and Team Leader.