PT Aide

Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services. We are recruiting for the following position: Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization Position Summary Supports physical therapy care delivery by preparing treatment area, patient, equipment and materials; performing procedures under the supervision of a physical therapist or occupational therapist. Duties and Responsibilities As a mission-driven organization, the core values of, and the services offered at Sea Mar are based on the belief that everyone deserves to be respectfully treated in a way that preserves dignity and enhances self-worth. Sea Mar is an advocate for its clients and aims to achieve industry-leading, client-centered, culturally-aware services. Sea Mar employees serve as an extension of this mission and demonstrate their commitment to an excellent client experience by: Understanding and empathizing with client needs Surpassing client expectations Demonstrating a high level of integrity Exhibiting compassion and commitment Advocating for social justice Taking pride in individual work as well as that of the team Continually learning to stay current with industry standards, best practices and technology As a Sea Mar employee, the individual in this position commits to adherence to these values to their utmost ability and endeavors to strengthen and embody this mission daily. Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with infection control policies and procedures. Prepares treatment area for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols. Prepares patients for physical therapy treatment by welcoming, comforting, providing and/or assisting patient into physical therapy apparel or apertures. Provides information to patients by answering questions and requests; allaying fears. Educates patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines. Helps treat patients by applying heat or cold packs; paraffin dips; helping patients onto exercise equipment; monitoring motion; tracking walking time and distance; measuring mobility; monitoring prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques. Ability to monitor vital signs and communicate any changes in condition to staff physical therapist or other facility personnel as appropriate. Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential, adhering to all HIPAA rules and regulations. Provides equipment and supplies by sterilizing and delivering equipment and supplies to treatment area; positioning equipment for therapist access; positioning patient on equipment. Ensures operation of physical therapy equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instruction; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs. Maintains physical therapy supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies. Adheres to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and JCAHO standards. Participates in educational opportunities; reads professional publications and articles; maintains networks; participating in professional organizations. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications These are the qualifications that are necessary for someone to be successful at this position: Bilingual English/Spanish required Dedication to working with underserved communities Experience working on a team Ability to create a safe, effective, and efficient treatment environment Good verbal communication Active listening and motivational coaching Customer service experience Self-development and accountability Experience with exercise or sports involvement Multi-tasking skills Supply management skills Education, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, and Medical Screening High School Diploma, BA preferred CPR Certification for Healthcare Providers – can be provided by Sea Mar Infection Control Compliance – training will be provided by Sea Mar Medical Screening Requirements Pre-hire and annual employee health screening required. Annual influenza vaccine required. Only exception is for employees with a medical or religious exemption approved by Administration. Employees with an approved medical or religious exemption must wear a mask at all times during the flu season. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The employee will work in a group setting, with varying degrees of distractions. The employee will work with individuals from as many as 40 countries with diverse reigious, cultural and ethnic beliefs and treat them with respect and dignity regardless of personal beliefs. Applicants must maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be able to demonstrate full body exercises and assist wtih exercises as needed. The employee is expected to transfer and position patients with exercises as needed. The employee is expected to transfer and position patients on and off examination tables and must have the ability to assist patients that use wheelchairs, crutches or with limited mobility. Hourly - Hourly Plan, 22.80 USD Hourly What We Offer: Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours or more, receive an excellent benefit package of: Medical Dental Vision Prescription coverage Life Insurance Long Term Disability EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays. We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment. Sea Mar is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit our website to learn more about us at www.seamar.org. You may also apply thru our Career page at this link.