Therapeutic/Medical Aide

State of Oklahoma•Sulphur, LA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving patients or other work related to providing durable medical equipment for clients or assisting professional staff in performing various treatments, such as assisting in surgical units. The primary emphasis is on working with patients or professional staff in carrying out prescribed work assignments as allowed by applicable licensure laws. Incumbents perform a variety of routine tasks in a therapeutic or medical program, which requires a limited knowledge of work procedures and understanding of the materials and equipment.

Requirements

One year of experience in assisting professional staff with therapy or medical aide to patients or repairing therapeutic medical equipment.
Working knowledge of therapy techniques and medical procedures.
Working knowledge of the kinds and uses of various therapy and medical equipment.
Working knowledge of methods of preparing materials and equipment for individual and group sessions, and for use in various medical procedures.
Ability to work effectively with patients.
Ability to assist professionals with groups.
Ability to assist professionals with teaching and coaching therapy techniques.
Ability to use specified therapy media.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to follow oral and written directions and instructions.
Ability to maintain and keep written records of all treatments and compile these into periodic reports.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a valid Oklahoma driver’s license.
Possession of a Class C (CDL) Commercial Drivers License.
Current certification in good standing by the Oklahoma State Department of Health as a (CMA) Certified Medication Aide.
Current certification in good standing by the Oklahoma State Department of Health as a (CNA) Certified Nursing Aide for Level I and II.

Responsibilities

Works with patients, individually and in-groups or with professional staff, as directed by supervising therapist to meet goals established by the professional therapy staff or other responsible medical staff.
Prepares and submits routine reports on patient’s attendance, behavior, reaction to work on projects and work accomplishments, as directed by supervising therapist.
Provides assistance in completing surgical procedures, setting up operating room, arranging instruments, assisting surgeon and cleaning and sterilizing instruments and supplies.
Maintains and repairs medical equipment, including electropneumatic controls, x-ray machines, diagnostic equipment and projectors, adapters or modifies various types of durable medical equipment.
Accounts for all working tools, supplies, and equipment in the therapy or surgical area and maintains them in proper working condition.
Assists with treatment planning, scheduling and referral procedures as needed.
Provides service in accordance with programs planned by a professional supervisor.