Physical Therapy Aide (Evening Shift Differential Eligible

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Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

The PT/OT aide provides assistance to the overall organization and effectiveness of the department by providing coordination and organization of departmental supplies, performing patient transport and assisting therapists with patient interventions, and assisting with assessment and monitoring of pool chemicals and maintain a safe environment. Therapy aide is also responsible for safe operations of the department including maintaining departmental safety records, providing staff education and information on safety matters.

The therapy aides supervises PT/OT volunteers and assist with PT/OT student aide supervision when requested.

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005.

If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

• Cleaning and organization for safe clinic environment.
• Maintains and organizes departmental supplies and equipment.
• Assists in maintenance of a safe environment, provides education to staff on safety policies, identifies safety concerns and plans remediation, and promotes efficiency of operations.
• Evaluates and maintains pool and medical spa chemical levels, provides supervision on pool deck and assists therapists when requested with patient treatment in the pool.
• Provides office support and back-up for Front Office staff as needed.
• Patient transport and assisting therapists with direct patient care when requested and direct patient supervision for patients in medical spa.

• HS diploma or equivalent and No Experience necessary / On-the-Job Training Previous experience with pediatrics or in the health care field including public interactions, multitasking activities, professionalism, good judgment and decision making skills.

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

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Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $17.00/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

This position is not eligible to…