In the Physical / Occupational Therapist Aide role, you will play a key role in assisting all therapists in the Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy (POST) departments with a focus on preparing patients and equipment, maintaining cleanliness of the outpatient area and performing routine clerical tasks
Location
- Anacortes,
- WA,
- Onsite
- Schedule: 0.6
- FTE /
- Part
- Time /
- Days
- Salary: $21.64/hr - $32.14/hr
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What you will be doing
- Assumes responsibility for timely patient care, prepares patients for treatment, and assists with taking patients off modalities.
- Assists therapists when needed with outpatient/inpatient treatments under direct supervision.
- Works under the direct clinical direction of the therapists and makes judgements to ensure patient’s safety.
- Participates in communication with patient/family member, staff from other disciplines, and staff within the department.
- Maintains POST work area in a clean, orderly and well-stocked fashion.
- Performs clerical tasks and assists in reception duties as needed.
- Assists in the accurate documentation of patient information when assisting with DME products.
- Possess knowledge of Continuous Quality Improvement principles and supports POST philosophy of performance improvement. Participates on Quality Action Teams using the F.A.D.E. process.
- Must have demonstrated ability to interact positively with Administration, Directors, Managers, Supervisors, peers, co-workers, subordinates, patients and visitors.
- Must meet regular attendance standards and must stay at or below average sick leave utilization levels.
- Participates in in-services or continuing educational meetings concerning therapy services.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Director.
- Understands and follows POST and hospital policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span and identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs.
What you will bring to the role
- Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills consistent with Island Hospital’s mission, vision, values, and Promise.
- Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment and build positive working relationships with physicians, clinicians, leaders, and staff.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care, service excellence, and compassionate communication with patients and families.
Your Qualifications
- Minimum of 1+ years of experience within a clinical or similar setting preferred, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Previous experience in an outpatient rehab or acute care setting strongly preferred.
- Must maintain active BLS Certification.
Make a Difference with Us
At Island Health, every role contributes to our mission of compassionate, high-quality care. Join us and help create a workplace where every team member feels valued and supported.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- We believe in taking care of our people so they can take care of others. When you join Island Health, you’ll enjoy a culture that values integrity, compassion, teamwork, and growth — plus a robust benefits package that includes:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Benefits
- Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Vested Retirement Contributions and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Programs
- Employee Recognition Events and a supportive, community-focused team
Ready to Apply?
Apply today and take the next step in your career with Island Health.
