Description
FIRST POSTING TO ENROLLED ONEIDA TRIBAL MEMBERS ONLY
Salary is Negotiable
After successful completion of the probationary period, employee will receive off probation wage increase.
Summary:
Assist with physical therapy procedures and related tasks. Provide direct patient care to individuals with physical disabilities and/or functional limitations in clinic, outpatient, and outreach programs.
Responsibilities:
* Assist the Physical Therapist during patient testing, evaluations and complex procedures.
* Carries out a program of corrective exercise and treatment for assigned patients, as determined by evaluation performed by Physical Therapist.
* Instruct patients on segments of the program, including proper use of wheelchairs, crutches, canes, braces, and prosthetic appliances and devices.
* Obtains and returns required equipment.
* Maintains and cares for equipment and supplies.
* Develop and maintain administrative records, reports, and statistics as required.
* Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols.
* Assist Medical Director and Clinic Program Director in assuring the quality and continuity of all outpatient therapy services to include referrals and contract care areas and developing updating protocols, policies and procedures in accordance with needs and demands of therapy service.
* Serve as an advisor in health matters regarding outpatient therapy services.
* Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk.
* Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may “not seem right”.
* Assist with dressing and undressing; removing and putting on braces or supportive equipment, prostheses, crutches, etc.
* Record data progress during therapy session.
* Measure and track range of motion.
* Straighten and clean rooms.
* Clean and prepare equipment for therapy session.
* Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
* Assist in community health fairs, education and other events.
* Contribute to Quality Assurance in the facility.
* Coordinate Physical Therapy schedule with Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy for comprehensive plan of care.
* Communicate with referring providers regarding patient progress.
Education Requirement - Or A Closely Related Field:
Essential:
* Associates Degree in Physical Therapy (Pre-Physical Therapy)
Credentials:
Essential:
* Driver's License Personal Vehicle
* Insurance Required
Nonessential:
* Driver Safety Training
Working conditions:
Essential:
* Stand frequently
* Reach frequently
* Lift 31-50 pounds occasionally
* Move 31-50 pounds continuously
* Sit occasionally
* Bend/stoop occasionally
* Kneel occasionally
* Crouch Occasionally
* Exposure to dangerous materials and situations
* Follow extensive safety precautions
* Exposure to blood borne pathogens
* Evening and weekend work may be required
* Work extended hours
* Work irregular shifts
* Covid vaccination required
* Flu vaccination required
* Measles mumps rubella vaccination required
* Varicella vaccine required
Other information:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT - The Oneida Nation does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law in employment.
Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
Must maintain strict security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
Must adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Oneida Nation Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
Must pass a background check to meet Employment Eligibility Requirements. If applicable, must pass a background check to meet Oneida Nation/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance, and may be required to obtain a temporary license and/or Gaming license as a condition of employment.
Must be willing and able to obtain additional related education and training.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.
A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.
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