Occupational Therapy Aide

Job TitleAssists the Occupational Therapy in preparing and maintaining the department to receive and treat patients. Serves as the staff member in charge of the department regarding non-clinical issues in the absence of the Lead Occupational Therapist. Pay: $23.39/hrResponsibilitiesPROVIDER SCHEDULESManage provider appointment templates on CHCS ICreate, open and manage appointment slots in CHCS I on a weekly basisPATIENT APPOINTMENTSAssists Lead Physical Therapist with referral review as requiredBook patient appointments as needed to assist front desk clerksCreate new appointment slots as requested by therapistsCreates and maintains trigger point dry needling appointmentsSUPPLIESServes as the primary contact for supply issues for the departmentOrder routine clinic supplies on a weekly basisReceive, organize and manage incoming suppliesPerform inventory counts for clinic-wide inspections as required by supply personnel and clinic administratorsStock all gyms and treatment rooms with appropriate suppliesCLINIC MAINTENANCEServes as the primary contact for maintenance issues for the departmentPerform daily temperature checks of the following equipment:HydrocollatorsIce Pack MachinesReplenish the water in hydrocollators as neededEnsure supplies are readily available for routine clinic treatments such as alcohol pads, electrodes, ultrasound gel, etc.Ensure towels are readily available for patient carePerform monthly cleaning of the hydrocollators and freezersCheck lights and other electrical equipment in the treatment and exam rooms to ensure they are operationalPrepare and keep treatment areas ready for careRemove trash and excess equipment or supplies as necessary. Wipe down treatment tables and equipment, counters, sinks and other areas with approved productsCheck sharps containers and replace according to policyPromote a safe and secure clinic environment by properly disposing of bio-hazardous waste and keeping halls, treatment rooms, and patient waiting areas free of obstaclesPerform and record water quality tests of the pool per SOPADMINISTRATIVE DUTIESAssist reception staff with patient flowMaintain and organize patient information handoutsPrint, organize and manage monthly provider peer reviewsAnswer phone and take messages as neededMaintain Personnel Qualification roster and schedule individual mandatory trainingCLINICAL DUTIESAssist the Physical Therapy staff in ensuring that proper infection control procedures are followed during each patient care event.Set up and removal of patients on ice, heat, iontophoresis or interferential as prescribed by therapistsProvide physical therapy assistance and other services commensurate with the level of training for patients in the served age groupsQualificationsMust hold a current and valid BCLS certificationMust have a current PPD (not sure this is a requirement any more).Kako'o Services LLCKako'o Services is a premier provider of healthcare workers to various military treatment facilities across the United States. With a corporate office in Honolulu, Hawaii and recruiting office in San Antonio, Texas we specialize in providing skilled, trained and highly successful healthcare workers, including RNs, CRNAs, Physicians, LPN/LVN, Licensed Social Workers, and many more.We have a strong focus on providing our government customers with quality and superior service.Kako'o Services is an equal opportunity employer. For further information, please click the link to view the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is IllegalQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.Only qualified individuals who are being considered will be contacted for an interview.