Therapy Aide

University of Oregon•Eugene, OR

26d•$18 - $22

About The Position

The Therapy Aide works in University Health Services, a nationally accredited multispecialty outpatient healthcare organization. The position assists physical therapists with patient care and supports the management of clinical spaces across services, including coordinating inventory and assisting with over-the-counter sales. It requires a high level of customer service for internal and external customers. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a criminal background check. The employee is also subject to routine screening of Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists and must comply with UHS immunization and screening policies, including requirements related to tuberculosis, MMR, seasonal flu, and hepatitis B. The position is classified, ongoing, and appointed for the academic year.

Requirements

Recent experience working as a physical therapy aide or assisting with patient care in a medical, physical therapy, or athletic training facility.
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds in support of an inclusive and welcoming environment.
Ability to perform basic clerical functions, including data entry, scheduling, and record keeping.
Successful completion of a criminal background check and routine screening of Medicaid and Medicare Exclusion Lists.
Compliance with UHS policies regarding tuberculosis screening and immunization requirements, including measles and mumps (MMR), seasonal flu, and hepatitis B.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of anatomy and tissue healing processes.
Understanding of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

Assist physical therapists with patient care.
Assist in managing clinical spaces for all services.
Coordinate inventory management.
Assist with over-the-counter sales.
Provide a high level of customer service to internal and external customers.
Perform basic clerical functions, including data entry, scheduling, and record keeping.