Outpatient Therapist Salary in Cincinnati, OH

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors > http://bit.ly/UCEMPL You are invited to submit an application to be considered for a position with more than one opening. The number of positions varies depending on the needs of the department. Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 47,000 students, 10,500 faculty and staff and 330,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, eight straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 athletic conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget tops $1.6 billion and its endowment totals $1.9 billion.Job OverviewLindner Center of HOPE is a nationally renowned psychiatric center of excellence located in Mason, Ohio, committed to providing state of the art care to patients at all levels of care. We continue to expand our services and are looking for a Telehealth Outpatient Therapist (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor or Licensed Independent Social Worker) to join our team. You will have the opportunity to work with other very talented psychiatrists and health care professionals in a variety of psychiatric specialties. LCOH is part of the UC Health network and is affiliated with the Mayo Clinic. The Telehealth Outpatient Therapist will conduct psychosocial assessments via 100% Telehealth; provide individual, group and/or family therapy. The Outpatient Therapist will work with Lindner Center of HOPE, psychologists, advanced practice nurses, and psychiatrists to meet the needs of patients and their families. Essential FunctionsPerform psychosocial assessments for patients and/or families.Formulate, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans.Collaborate with Lindner Center of HOPE social workers, psychologists, psychiatrists, and other treatment team members. Maintain knowledge of external resources for patient needs.Ensure patient care documentation is timely, legible, and efficient. Ensure documentation is concise, pertinent and meets the professions and departments documentation standards. Ensure oral reporting is clear, concise, relevant, and timely. Perform all required documentation accurately and within expected time. Liaison with community agencies; participate in area activities related to mental health.Maintain current licensure and participate in continuing education to maintain age specific competencies and competencies in area of practice. Participate in departmental and LCOH quality improvement efforts and ensure peer review standards are met. Participate in community education and outreach.Minimum Requirements For Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor:Master's Degree.Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or as a Professional Clinical Counselor with supervision designation (LPCC-S). For Licensed Independent Social Worker Master's Degree must be in Social Work.State of Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW).Two (2) years of supervised social work experience.Additional Qualifications ConsideredDoctorate Degree in Social Work or Counseling.Licensed Independent Social Worker with supervision designation (LISW-S).Professional Clinical Counselor with supervision designation (LPCC-S).At least 5 years' experience working as a therapist in an outpatient setting.Knowledge of Assessment and Counseling practices and principles. Experience with Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.Strong interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate and work with others to insure the best clinical outcome for patients and families. Ability to enthusiastically follow and model the Lindner Center of HOPE mission, vision, and values. Physical Requirements/Work EnvironmentOffice environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.Compensation and BenefitsUC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services. As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP). The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran. REQ: 92748 SF:OMJ SF:RM SF:HEJ, SF:INS SF:HERC SF:DIV SF:LJN

Location: DDC-UC Health HoxworthDepartment: Physical Therapy Hours: Full time, 40 hours/week Shift: First Rehabilitaion Aide, Full-Time, First Shift, UC Health Hoxworth UC Health is hiring a full-time Rehab Aide for the Physical Therapy department for the first shift at UC Health Hoxworth. The Rehabilitation Aide provides non-skilled assistance in the delivery of patient care under the direction of a licensed physical therapist/occupational therapist/speech therapist/recreational therapist. This includes general cleanliness and maintenance of therapy equipment and treatment areas, and assistance with clerical duties as indicated.Educations:Minimum Required: High School Education. | Certified in CPR.REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:Customer service and interpersonal skillsJoin our team to BE UC Health. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. Apply Today! About UC Health UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care, Bridgeway Pointe Assisted Living, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.UC Health is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of employment.Job Responsibilities: Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect.Cleans all equipment used daily during patient care, including weights, swiss balls, modalities and carts, assistive devices, nautilus machines and cardiovascular equipment. Completes bi weekly cleaning of hot pack/cold pack machines, paraffin bath, nautilus machines and hot pack covers. Informs supervisor of malfunctioning/defective equipment and calls bioengineering for repair as directed. Ensures malfunctioning/defective equipment is out of treatment areas and labeled to prevent use in patient care. Issues wheelchairs and cushions to newly admitted patients and exchanges wheelchairs/cushions for specialty items as requested by the therapist based on patient needs. Cleans all wheelchairs and cushions and tags with Drake logo in preparation for patient use. Performs general wheelchair maintenance and informs supervisor of need for parts, repair, and replacement. Maintains inventory for wheelchair room and informs supervisor of equipment needs.Performs general patient treatment and assistance as directed by the physical therapist/occupational therapist including stretching and strengthening exercises, wheelchair follow, gait, transfers and fabrication of adaptive equipment including leg straps and padding/completion of bi-valve casts. Reports patient/family questions/issues to the therapist and follows therapists' instructions regarding delivery of care. Assists patients in all tasks to prepare the patient for their scheduled therapy session as directed by the therapist including dressing, transfers, toileting, and all other possible ADL and mobility needs. Provides transportation for patients from Bridgeway Pointe to main gym for therapy sessions.Promotes general cleanliness and positive appearance of treatment areas by eliminating clutter and returning equipment to proper storage areas. Changes table linens between patients, empties linen bins as needed, and keeps clean linens stocked in patient treatment areas. Maintains temperature logs for hot pack, cold pack and paraffin units and alerts supervisor if temperatures fall outside acceptable range according to department policy. Assists with maintaining adequate inventory of supplies. Refills ultrasound gel bottles in patient treatment areas for easy accessibility during patient care. Completes all other duties assigned by supervisor to assure smooth operation of the department. Appropriately greets patients in waiting room and assists with customer satisfaction by aiding in management of patient wait time and transporting patients to from waiting room to treatment area as designated by therapy staff.Available to team by being at work when scheduled and adheres to UC Health meal periods and break policy. Arrives on time, is prepared, is flexible in response to workload demands, and helps others complete work when possible. Demonstrates flexibility and self-direction in meeting patient and departmental needs by responding as a team player. Is able to travel to all facilities and departments in which therapy services are provided including LTAC, SNF, Christ, Hoxworth, West Chester, and Holmes in order to meet the fluctuating work load demands.Follows direction of licensed therapist in the delivery of patient care, and reports patient reponse to treatment and patient/family questions to therapist for follow up. Collaborates with peers to assure completion of necessary clinical and clerical tasks.Photocopies and organizes all departmental forms, and patient education/exercise forms. Faxes plans of care to physicians and assists in ensuring their signed return. Files returned plans of care into the appropriate patient's charts. Delivers outpatient scheduling forms and other materials to/from the central scheduling department throughout the day. Assists with maintaining a clean and orderly lobby area, throws away all trash and papers at the end of the day. Posts therapy schedules on assigned unit at end of day. Keeps patient care forms including evaluations, patient education and exercise sheets, etc. stocked on assigned unit. Assists with filing, copying, faxing and ordering of supplies as clinical schedule allows.Job Responsibilities: Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect.Cleans all equipment used daily during patient care, including weights, swiss balls, modalities and carts, assistive devices, nautilus machines and cardiovascular equipment. Completes bi weekly cleaning of hot pack/cold pack machines, paraffin bath, nautilus machines and hot pack covers. Informs supervisor of malfunctioning/defective equipment and calls bioengineering for repair as directed. Ensures malfunctioning/defective equipment is out of treatment areas and labeled to prevent use in patient care. Issues wheelchairs and cushions to newly admitted patients and exchanges wheelchairs/cushions for specialty items as requested by the therapist based on patient needs. Cleans all wheelchairs and cushions and tags with Drake logo in preparation for patient use. Performs general wheelchair maintenance and informs supervisor of need for parts, repair, and replacement. Maintains inventory for wheelchair room and informs supervisor of equipment needs.Performs general patient treatment and assistance as directed by the physical therapist/occupational therapist including stretching and strengthening exercises, wheelchair follow, gait, transfers and fabrication of adaptive equipment including leg straps and padding/completion of bi-valve casts. Reports patient/family questions/issues to the therapist and follows therapists' instructions regarding delivery of care. Assists patients in all tasks to prepare the patient for their scheduled therapy session as directed by the therapist including dressing, transfers, toileting, and all other possible ADL and mobility needs. Provides transportation for patients from Bridgeway Pointe to main gym for therapy sessions.Promotes general cleanliness and positive appearance of treatment areas by eliminating clutter and returning equipment to proper storage areas. Changes table linens between patients, empties linen bins as needed, and keeps clean linens stocked in patient treatment areas. Maintains temperature logs for hot pack, cold pack and paraffin units and alerts supervisor if temperatures fall outside acceptable range according to department policy. Assists with maintaining adequate inventory of supplies. Refills ultrasound gel bottles in patient treatment areas for easy accessibility during patient care. Completes all other duties assigned by supervisor to assure smooth operation of the department. Appropriately greets patients in waiting room and assists with customer satisfaction by aiding in management of patient wait time and transporting patients to from waiting room to treatment area as designated by therapy staff.Available to team by being at work when scheduled and adheres to UC Health meal periods and break policy. Arrives on time, is prepared, is flexible in response to workload demands, and helps others complete work when possible. Demonstrates flexibility and self-direction in meeting patient and departmental needs by responding as a team player. Is able to travel to all facilities and departments in which therapy services are provided including LTAC, SNF, Christ, Hoxworth, West Chester, and Holmes in order to meet the fluctuating work load demands.Follows direction of licensed therapist in the delivery of patient care, and reports patient reponse to treatment and patient/family questions to therapist for follow up. Collaborates with peers to assure completion of necessary clinical and clerical tasks.Photocopies and organizes all departmental forms, and patient education/exercise forms. Faxes plans of care to physicians and assists in ensuring their signed return. Files returned plans of care into the appropriate patient's charts. Delivers outpatient scheduling forms and other materials to/from the central scheduling department throughout the day. Assists with maintaining a clean and orderly lobby area, throws away all trash and papers at the end of the day. Posts therapy schedules on assigned unit at end of day. Keeps patient care forms including evaluations, patient education and exercise sheets, etc. stocked on assigned unit. Assists with filing, copying, faxing and ordering of supplies as clinical schedule allows.

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors > http://bit.ly/UCEMPL Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 340,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion. The University's overall regional economic impact exceeds $10.6 billion, paving the way for the future of Cincinnati.Job OverviewThe Lindner Center of HOPE is recruiting a full time Residential Therapist that will conduct psychosocial assessments and provide individual, group and/or family therapy. They will also work with Lindner Center of HOPE psychologists, care coordinators, advanced practice nurses, and psychiatrists to meet the needs of patients and their families in Residential Services. Final rank of faculty appointment is commensurate with experience. Lindner Center of HOPE is a nationally renowned psychiatric center of excellence located in Mason, Ohio, committed to providing state of the art care to patients at all levels of care. LCOH is part of the University of Cincinnati Health network, and also has affiliations with Cincinnati Children's Hospital and the Mayo Clinic. It is a charter member of the National Network of Depression Centers. We have a team of top clinicians at the Lindner Center of HOPE, and we are affiliated with the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Neuroscience, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. You will have the opportunity to work with other very talented psychiatrists and health care professionals in a variety of psychiatric specialties. Mason, Ohio, is considered one of the most desirable communities in the Cincinnati region and has earned a reputation as a progressive, innovative community with attractive neighborhoods, nationally ranked schools, low cost of living, and many amenities. In addition, the Greater Cincinnati community has professional and collegiate sports teams, outstanding performing art groups and a wide variety of recreational opportunities. Come enjoy a collegial atmosphere practicing on the cutting edge of mental health care.Essential FunctionsPerform psychosocial assessments for patients and/or families.Formulate, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans.Collaborate with Lindner Center of HOPE care coordinators, psychologists, psychiatrists and other treatment team members.Champions the patient experience; the sum of all interactions that influence a patient's perception of our continuum of care and ultimately their well-being.Serves as the primary point of contact and clinical liaison for all treatment team members, families, patients, referrers, and external stakeholders. Interprets and integrates all information gathered and communicates treatment goals effectively to all involved.Collaborates with marketing to develop and maintain close relationships with key stakeholders to maximize these relationships and act as a Lindner Center of HOPE brand ambassador.Perform all required documentation accurately and within expected time. Documentation is concise, pertinent and meets professional and department documentation standards. Oral reporting is clear, concise, relevant, and timely.Liaison with community agencies; participate in area activities related to mental health.Maintain current licensure and participate in continuing education to maintain competency in area of practice.Participates in departmental and LCOH quality improvement efforts and meets peer review standards. Participates in community education and outreach.Minimum RequirementsDoctoral degree in psychology or clinical psychology.Must have a current unrestricted license in the State of Ohio as a Licensed Psychologist for at least 5 years.Required ExperienceAt least 5 years' experience working as a therapist in an outpatient or residential setting.Must have and maintain age specific competencies to work with patient population served. Knowledge of Assessment and Counseling practices and principles.Additional Qualifications ConsideredExperience with Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or Psychodynamic Therapies is ideal.Strong interpersonal skills: ability to collaborate and work with others to insure the best clinical outcome for patients and families. Compensation and BenefitsUC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services. As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP). To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html. FOR ALL FACULTY HIRES OFFICIAL ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF HIRE For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer. REQ: 95687SF:OMJ SF:RM SF:HEJ, SF:INS SF:HERC SF:DIV SF:LJN SF:IHE

Location: UCMC- Gardner Neuroscience InstituteDepartment: Outpatient TherapyHours: Full-Time, 40 Hour/WeekShift: First Physical Therapist (PT), First Shift, Physical Therapy Department UC Health is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist (PT) for the Outpatient Therapy department for the first shift at Gardner Neuroscience Institute. The major focus will be on evaluating, planning, and implement Physical Therapy treatment programs for referred patients in order to restore function, prevent disability, reduce pain, and return to his/her maximum function. Follow hospital department approved policies related to documentation, attendance, education, etc. Show respect and courtesy to all staff, patients, and visitors.Education and Experience Requirements: Minimum Required: Degree in Physical Therapy from approved APTA School. License to practice Physical Therapy or licensure eligible in the applicable state. CPR Certification. Minimum Required: Recently certified, licensed or graduates within past 12 months. Preferred: 1 - 2 Years equivalent experience. ADULT: One year of experience preferred. Will consider a new graduate. NICU: Three (3) years NICU/Acute care experience. Customer service and interpersonal skills. Join our team to BE UC Health. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. Apply Today! About UC Health UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care, Bridgeway Pointe Assisted Living, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com. At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering. As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors. UC Health is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of employment.Job Responsibilities: Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect. Selects appropriate therapeutic assessment tools Upon referral completes a functional comprehensive individualized assessment. Develops individualized treatment programs consistent with patient's diagnosis, status, and goals. Establishes goals/plans of care that include realistic and measurable goals in relation to the patients goals, diagnosis, prognosis, learning ability of patient/caregiver, physical/mental status and anticipated lifestyle Completes evaluations according to departmental policy. Evaluates for needed equipment and follow-up, if indicated. Implements the treatment plan in collaboration with the treatment team Reassesses objective findings, including pain, per department policy. Delivers care in a professional and customer oriented manner Adheres to department safety standards. Develops appropriate treatment programs to progress toward goals and progresses programs appropriately Counsels patients and families regarding evaluation results, treatment plans/goals, proper body mechanics, and home exercises. Utilizes updated treatment techniques. Aware of and accommodating to walk-ins throughout the day. Adheres to hospital / department policies Documentation is completed in a timely manner. Complies with all pertinent regulatory standards. Accurate and timely completion of charges. Participates in department's performance improvement programs. Participates on performance improvement committees as assigned. Able to articulate outcomes and improvements. Participates in educational in-services/opportunities to advance clinical knowledge/competencies. Timely presentation of materials to associates. Completes mandatory education per hospital/department requirements. Active participation in mentoring and orientation to fellow associates and students, as indicated. Accepts at least one student per year according to departmental needs and demand. Appropriate leadership and supervision of supportive / assistive staff. Adheres to the UC Health initiatives. Demonstrates time management skills. Meets productivity standards and makes productive use of work time. Attends department meetings / in-services and demonstrates professional behavior. Participates on committees for the benefit of the department and individual offices as found appropriate. Maintains a safe and clean environment. Uses Hospital information services appropriately. Follows UC Health and Human Resource policies. Maintains adequate inventory of supplies. Promotes a positive atmosphere. Job Responsibilities: Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect. Selects appropriate therapeutic assessment tools Upon referral completes a functional comprehensive individualized assessment. Develops individualized treatment programs consistent with patient's diagnosis, status, and goals. Establishes goals/plans of care that include realistic and measurable goals in relation to the patients goals, diagnosis, prognosis, learning ability of patient/caregiver, physical/mental status and anticipated lifestyle Completes evaluations according to departmental policy. Evaluates for needed equipment and follow-up, if indicated. Implements the treatment plan in collaboration with the treatment team Reassesses objective findings, including pain, per department policy. Delivers care in a professional and customer oriented manner Adheres to department safety standards. Develops appropriate treatment programs to progress toward goals and progresses programs appropriately Counsels patients and families regarding evaluation results, treatment plans/goals, proper body mechanics, and home exercises. Utilizes updated treatment techniques. Aware of and accommodating to walk-ins throughout the day. Adheres to hospital / department policies Documentation is completed in a timely manner. Complies with all pertinent regulatory standards. Accurate and timely completion of charges. Participates in department's performance improvement programs. Participates on performance improvement committees as assigned. Able to articulate outcomes and improvements. Participates in educational in-services/opportunities to advance clinical knowledge/competencies. Timely presentation of materials to associates. Completes mandatory education per hospital/department requirements. Active participation in mentoring and orientation to fellow associates and students, as indicated. Accepts at least one student per year according to departmental needs and demand. Appropriate leadership and supervision of supportive / assistive staff. Adheres to the UC Health initiatives. Demonstrates time management skills. Meets productivity standards and makes productive use of work time. Attends department meetings / in-services and demonstrates professional behavior. Participates on committees for the benefit of the department and individual offices as found appropriate. Maintains a safe and clean environment. Uses Hospital information services appropriately. Follows UC Health and Human Resource policies. Maintains adequate inventory of supplies. Promotes a positive atmosphere.

Senior Registered Respiratory Therapist, Day Shift, Respiratory Therapy Department UC Health is hiring a full-time Senior Registered Respiratory Therapist for the respiratory therapy department for the day shift at Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care. We're offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus! The Senior Registered Respiratory Therapist delivers critical and non-critical patient care services to all age groups using selected invasive and noninvasive techniques related to the cardiopulmonary system, provides respiratory care predominately in critical care areas, and is in charge for the shift, i.e., making out assignments, handling staffing issues and responding to personnel issues. About Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care is the regions premier provider of post-acute and transitional care services, offering a complete range of inpatient and outpatient services including medically complex care, skilled nursing, assisted living, wellness services and research. Daniel Drake Center helps patients recover from catastrophic injury and illness including multi-system organ failure, complex wound care, traumatic brain injury, stroke and spinal cord injury. Daniel Drake is the only hospital-based skilled nursing facility in the Cincinnati region. Patients at Daniel Drake Center have access to many hospital-based services including 24/7 on-site physician coverage, pharmacy, diagnostic imaging, wound care and specialty physician consulting services. The availability of these on-site services allows for quick response to the complex and evolving care needs for our patients.Education and Experience Requirements: Graduate of a two or four-year AMA approved Respiratory Therapy program with RRT credentials. Demonstrated knowledge of the growth and developmental needs of adolescent, adult, and older adult/geriatric client populations and the necessary clinical and technical skills to provide care for medically complex clients with chronic illnesses and physical disabilities. Assumes charge therapist responsibilities in the absence of a Lead Therapist. Currently licensed to practice as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the State of Ohio. BLS required, ACLS desired. Minimum Required: 3 - 5 Years equivalent experience Preferred: 6 - 10 Years equivalent experience Join our team as a Senior Registered Respiratory Therapist in our respiratory therapy department and work alongside the best and brightest clinical teams collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering. Join our team to BE UC Health. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. Apply Today! About UC Health UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care, Bridgeway Pointe Assisted Living, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.Job Responsibilities Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect. Performs and monitors patient progress and response to service. Assess patients and makes appropriate recommendations based on outcomes with regard to therapeutic interventions. Performs invasive and non-invasive therapeutic/diagnostic modalities. Procedure/services performed are according to department policy and procedure. Correctly records all information in the patient legal record and maintains department records. Hand-off of care performed. Educates patients on their disease state, wellness, and home care modalities. Functions as a preceptor (works to provide a meaningful learning experience for orientees/students). Applies technical knowledge to consult with physician with regard to cardiopulmonary status. Acts as a resource. Supportive of leadership initiatives. Listed below are the main services provided: Clinical Assessment Ventilator Care, BiPAP, CPAP Ventilator Transport, internal and external to the organization Hemodynamic Monitoring Arterial Line Insertion Arterial Blood Gas Puncture and Sampling Intubation Assistance with Bronchoscopy and Bedside Trach Insertion Bronchoalveolar Lavage Sampling (BAL/PAL) Point of Care Analysis Cardiac Resuscitation, Respiratory Arrest, and Airway Management Assist with Research and Student Education Medical gas Therapy Continuous and Intermittent Aerosolized Medication Therapy Incentive Spirometry Autogenic Drainage PEP Therapy Flutter Therapy Percussion and Postural Drainage High Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation Therapy Ultrasonic Nebulizer Oximetry, Transcutaneous and End Tidal CO2 Monitoring Suctioning In-Exsufflator Therapy Nocturnal Pulse Oximetry Interpulmonary Percussive Ventilation Pulmonary Function Studies Breathing Retraining Techniques and Exercises Sputum Specimen Collection EzPAP Pulmonary Expansion Therapy Mast Trousers Assist with Passy Muir Speaking Valve Usage Room air Challenge for Neonates Surfactant Administration Insertion of Orogastric Tubes for Neonates EKGs Trach Care Job Responsibilities Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect. Performs and monitors patient progress and response to service. Assess patients and makes appropriate recommendations based on outcomes with regard to therapeutic interventions. Performs invasive and non-invasive therapeutic/diagnostic modalities. Procedure/services performed are according to department policy and procedure. Correctly records all information in the patient legal record and maintains department records. Hand-off of care performed. Educates patients on their disease state, wellness, and home care modalities. Functions as a preceptor (works to provide a meaningful learning experience for orientees/students). Applies technical knowledge to consult with physician with regard to cardiopulmonary status. Acts as a resource. Supportive of leadership initiatives. Listed below are the main services provided: Clinical Assessment Ventilator Care, BiPAP, CPAP Ventilator Transport, internal and external to the organization Hemodynamic Monitoring Arterial Line Insertion Arterial Blood Gas Puncture and Sampling Intubation Assistance with Bronchoscopy and Bedside Trach Insertion Bronchoalveolar Lavage Sampling (BAL/PAL) Point of Care Analysis Cardiac Resuscitation, Respiratory Arrest, and Airway Management Assist with Research and Student Education Medical gas Therapy Continuous and Intermittent Aerosolized Medication Therapy Incentive Spirometry Autogenic Drainage PEP Therapy Flutter Therapy Percussion and Postural Drainage High Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation Therapy Ultrasonic Nebulizer Oximetry, Transcutaneous and End Tidal CO2 Monitoring Suctioning In-Exsufflator Therapy Nocturnal Pulse Oximetry Interpulmonary Percussive Ventilation Pulmonary Function Studies Breathing Retraining Techniques and Exercises Sputum Specimen Collection EzPAP Pulmonary Expansion Therapy Mast Trousers Assist with Passy Muir Speaking Valve Usage Room air Challenge for Neonates Surfactant Administration Insertion of Orogastric Tubes for Neonates EKGs Trach Care

Administrative Secretary, First Shift, Utilization Review UC Health is hiring a part-time Administrative Secretary for the Utilization Review department for the first shift at West Chester Hospital. The Utilization Review Department will support West Chester Hospital's emergency room (ER) and Level III Trauma Center, delivering high-quality care to patients based on assessed needs, established standards of care and according to policy and procedures. About West Chester Hospital West Chester Hospital provides its patients with access to the region's largest group of specialized physicians and medical providers. With a reputation for providing outstanding patient experiences and quality medical care, the hospital consistently ranks amongst the top 5% in the nation. West Chester Hospital provides a Level III Trauma Center that delivers superior emergency and critical care, and a certified Primary Stroke Center that provides access to the subspecialty care at the UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute. West Chester Hospital has also achieved Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), and the hospital is routinely ranked among the best places to work in Ohio and Greater Cincinnati.Education and Experience Requirements: High School diploma or GED required.Computer and typing skills, excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, teamwork, flexibility, electronic medical record knowledge and experience preferred. At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.UC Health is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable, and diverse place of employment.Join our team to BE UC Health. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. Apply Today!About UC Health UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care, Bridgeway Pointe Assisted Living, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.Job Responsibilities Provides administrative support and clerical functions in an effort to promote cost-effective operations, optimal lines of communication, and effective support of various therapy departments. Demonstrates behaviors reflective of the mission, vision and values of Daniel Drake Center and UC Health Assists in mail/order sorting and distribution, faxes, and typing of documents. Photocopies documents as needed by staff. Collects packets of information for various needs. Greets and directs departmental visitors and patients to appropriate staff members. Arranges tours for outpatient therapy available. Retrieves phone messages and returns calls to internal and external customers as directed by supervisors. Assists in arranging coverage assistance for therapy patient care and contacts vendors, other departments to procure equipment and supplies as directed by supervisors. Assists with basic upkeep of the department. Verifies accurate charge entry by reviewing EPIC revenue and usage reports for all departments. Enters charge corrections as necessary. Follows late charge procedures when charges entered 5 or more days after service. Works with manager and therapists to prevent future charge errors. Enters productivity data for outpatient therapy departments. Maintains department policy and emergency procedure manuals. Prepares documents, typed reports/meeting minutes, and solicits invoices from vendors as directed by supervisors. Maintains paper and electronic files for rehab department data and documents. Schedules meetings and appointments with and for supervisors as requested. Assists in chart review compilation for supervisors. Coordinates all office communication activities including associate pages/all pages, email distribution, and phone calls. Follows professional office etiquette with all forms of communication. Records minutes of department meetings and distributes to staff as directed by supervisors. Serves as communication link between department associates and other departments and staff. Utilizes Lawson and online systems to order medical supplies, minor equipment, and office supplies as directed by supervisors. Contacts vendor/purchasing department to reconcile mismatched orders and received items. Aware of monthly budget constraints and assists supervisors in maintaining adequate inventory without exceeding budget targets. Job Responsibilities Provides administrative support and clerical functions in an effort to promote cost-effective operations, optimal lines of communication, and effective support of various therapy departments. Demonstrates behaviors reflective of the mission, vision and values of Daniel Drake Center and UC Health Assists in mail/order sorting and distribution, faxes, and typing of documents. Photocopies documents as needed by staff. Collects packets of information for various needs. Greets and directs departmental visitors and patients to appropriate staff members. Arranges tours for outpatient therapy available. Retrieves phone messages and returns calls to internal and external customers as directed by supervisors. Assists in arranging coverage assistance for therapy patient care and contacts vendors, other departments to procure equipment and supplies as directed by supervisors. Assists with basic upkeep of the department. Verifies accurate charge entry by reviewing EPIC revenue and usage reports for all departments. Enters charge corrections as necessary. Follows late charge procedures when charges entered 5 or more days after service. Works with manager and therapists to prevent future charge errors. Enters productivity data for outpatient therapy departments. Maintains department policy and emergency procedure manuals. Prepares documents, typed reports/meeting minutes, and solicits invoices from vendors as directed by supervisors. Maintains paper and electronic files for rehab department data and documents. Schedules meetings and appointments with and for supervisors as requested. Assists in chart review compilation for supervisors. Coordinates all office communication activities including associate pages/all pages, email distribution, and phone calls. Follows professional office etiquette with all forms of communication. Records minutes of department meetings and distributes to staff as directed by supervisors. Serves as communication link between department associates and other departments and staff. Utilizes Lawson and online systems to order medical supplies, minor equipment, and office supplies as directed by supervisors. Contacts vendor/purchasing department to reconcile mismatched orders and received items. Aware of monthly budget constraints and assists supervisors in maintaining adequate inventory without exceeding budget targets.

***$3000.00 Sign-on and Retention Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates!***Why You Will Love Working With Us!At Aster Springs Outpatient, we are a dynamic, dedicated, and growing team of professionals deeply passionate about providing evidence-based and personalized clinical care for behavioral health conditions.Our team's foundation is client centered care and clinical excellence through our 5-star service commitment - Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Flexibility, and Collaboration. We are committed to our team and our team is committed to our clients!Located just northeast of Cincinnati in Mason, Ohio, Aster Springs Outpatient - Cincinnati specializes in treating adolescents and adults of all genders, ages 16 and older, struggling with eating disorders and co-occurring conditions.Providing outpatient care Monday through Friday, we offer exceptional benefits, development opportunities, professional training, and much more detailed below.Aster Springs Outpatient is a leading provider of mental health treatment services across the region. With 13 Outpatient locations across five states, we are on a mission to improve mental wellness in the communities we serve. We are a part of Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare Network which offers a continuum of care within our Psychiatric Network, Eating Disorder Network, including inpatient, intensive residential, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient services nationwide. We place a strong emphasis on building and practicing the skills and self-management strategies in real-time that enables clients to build a life that aligns with their values and ensures long-term recovery.Join our team! Be part of our amazing vision of changing lives empowering each client's inherent strengths making a difference in countless lives, while being part of a larger nationwide network that is growing each day!What we offerTeam driven culture based on our 5 Star Service CommitmentMultiple Development PathwaysCompany Supported Continuing Education & CertificationPPO & HDHP Health Plan OptionsFlexible Dental & Vision Plan Options100% Company Paid EAP Emotional Well-Being Support100% Company Paid Critical Illness (with health enrollment plan)100% Company Paid Life & ADD401K with Company MatchCompany-Sponsored HSA, FSA, & DSA Tax Savings AccountsSix Annual Paid Holidays Plus One Floating HolidayGenerous Team Member Referral ProgramPosition SummaryTherapists are responsible for providing individual and group therapy sessions for clients in a specialized intensive outpatient treatment setting. Therapists are responsible for assessing the therapeutic needs of the individuals and families, and for developing appropriate treatment plans. Therapists act as the primary contact for clients and families throughout the treatment process and serve as a client advocate with the treatment team. Position acts as a liaison with referral sources, clinical partners, and internal resources to coordinate care throughout the treatment process. Relationships and ContactsWithin the organization: Maintains frequent and close working relationships with clients, Management, Clinical Leadership, facility leadership, peers, and vendors. Outside the organization: May initiate and maintain working relationships with clinical providers, referral partners, families and vendors as needed and directed.Essential ResponsibilitiesExemplifies our 5 Star Service to clients, team members, referents, and families.Assists in identification of treatment/contract goals, completing the initial psychosocial assessment.Responsible for maintaining contact with the assigned client's referring/outpatient therapist during the course of the client's stay and the family when/if appropriate. Completes and updates treatment plan for assigned clients.Assist in providing clinical updates to the insurance company's Case Manager. Meets with clients two to three times weekly, to help explore identified issues and behaviors in relationship to current symptoms.Leads and participates in group meetings, meals, and other activities in the milieu. Provides comprehensive understanding of current behaviors and relational dynamics while using a variety of therapeutic modalities.Attends the weekly team meetings and share observations, comments, and important information about clients with the treatment team and provides input into the development of the weekly schedules for all of his/her assigned clients. Responsible for proper charting and ensuring that all documentation is completed in an accurate and timely manner.Assists in meal/snack supervision as assigned and attends special occasion activities for the clients.Assists with discharge planning, including a written discharge summary and obtaining referral sources and necessary support systems once the client is discharged.Performs other activities and appropriate responsibilities as requested by the Executive Director.Master's Degree; license or working toward license (MFT, LPC, LCSW, PhD, LMHC, LMFT) in the state of Ohio; 2 Years mental health experience with 1 year eating disorders preferred. Other RequirementsPosition requires incumbent to have a valid driver's license and vehicle insurance. $52,000 - $70,000 (depending on level and location)For cash compensation, we set standard ranges for all U.S based roles based on function, level, and geographic location, benchmarked against companies of similar size within the behavioral healthcare industry. In order to be compliant with local legislation, as well as to provide greater transparency to candidates, we share salary ranges on all job postings regardless of desired hiring location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including geographic location as well as candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed above.Aster Springs Outpatient provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Aster Springs reserves the rights to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way the organization desires. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. This job description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains "At-Will."

Location: Daniel Drake CenterDepartment: Outpatient TherapyHours: 40 Hours/WeekShift: First Rehabilitaion Aide, Full-Time, First Shift, Outpatient PT-OT UC Health is hiring a full-time Rehabilitation Aide for the Physical Therapy department for the first shift at the Daniel Drake Center. The Rehabilitation Aide provides non-skilled assistance in the delivery of patient care under the direction of a licensed physical therapist/occupational therapist/speech therapist/recreational therapist. This includes general cleanliness and maintenance of therapy equipment and treatment areas, and assistance with clerical duties as indicated.Educations: Minimum Required: High School Education. | Certified in CPR. REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Customer service and interpersonal skills Join our team to BE UC Health. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. Apply Today! About UC Health UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care, Bridgeway Pointe Assisted Living, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.UC Health is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of employment.Job Responsibilities: Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect. Cleans all equipment used daily during patient care, including weights, swiss balls, modalities and carts, assistive devices, nautilus machines and cardiovascular equipment. Completes bi weekly cleaning of hot pack/cold pack machines, paraffin bath, nautilus machines and hot pack covers. Informs supervisor of malfunctioning/defective equipment and calls bioengineering for repair as directed. Ensures malfunctioning/defective equipment is out of treatment areas and labeled to prevent use in patient care. Issues wheelchairs and cushions to newly admitted patients and exchanges wheelchairs/cushions for specialty items as requested by the therapist based on patient needs. Cleans all wheelchairs and cushions and tags with Drake logo in preparation for patient use. Performs general wheelchair maintenance and informs supervisor of need for parts, repair, and replacement. Maintains inventory for wheelchair room and informs supervisor of equipment needs. Performs general patient treatment and assistance as directed by the physical therapist/occupational therapist including stretching and strengthening exercises, wheelchair follow, gait, transfers and fabrication of adaptive equipment including leg straps and padding/completion of bi-valve casts. Reports patient/family questions/issues to the therapist and follows therapists' instructions regarding delivery of care. Assists patients in all tasks to prepare the patient for their scheduled therapy session as directed by the therapist including dressing, transfers, toileting, and all other possible ADL and mobility needs. Provides transportation for patients from Bridgeway Pointe to main gym for therapy sessions. Promotes general cleanliness and positive appearance of treatment areas by eliminating clutter and returning equipment to proper storage areas. Changes table linens between patients, empties linen bins as needed, and keeps clean linens stocked in patient treatment areas. Maintains temperature logs for hot pack, cold pack and paraffin units and alerts supervisor if temperatures fall outside acceptable range according to department policy. Assists with maintaining adequate inventory of supplies. Refills ultrasound gel bottles in patient treatment areas for easy accessibility during patient care. Completes all other duties assigned by supervisor to assure smooth operation of the department. Appropriately greets patients in waiting room and assists with customer satisfaction by aiding in management of patient wait time and transporting patients to from waiting room to treatment area as designated by therapy staff. Available to team by being at work when scheduled and adheres to UC Health meal periods and break policy. Arrives on time, is prepared, is flexible in response to workload demands, and helps others complete work when possible. Demonstrates flexibility and self-direction in meeting patient and departmental needs by responding as a team player. Is able to travel to all facilities and departments in which therapy services are provided including LTAC, SNF, Christ, Hoxworth, West Chester, and Holmes in order to meet the fluctuating work load demands. Follows direction of licensed therapist in the delivery of patient care, and reports patient reponse to treatment and patient/family questions to therapist for follow up. Collaborates with peers to assure completion of necessary clinical and clerical tasks. Photocopies and organizes all departmental forms, and patient education/exercise forms. Faxes plans of care to physicians and assists in ensuring their signed return. Files returned plans of care into the appropriate patient's charts. Delivers outpatient scheduling forms and other materials to/from the central scheduling department throughout the day. Assists with maintaining a clean and orderly lobby area, throws away all trash and papers at the end of the day. Posts therapy schedules on assigned unit at end of day. Keeps patient care forms including evaluations, patient education and exercise sheets, etc. stocked on assigned unit. Assists with filing, copying, faxing and ordering of supplies as clinical schedule allows. Job Responsibilities: Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect. Cleans all equipment used daily during patient care, including weights, swiss balls, modalities and carts, assistive devices, nautilus machines and cardiovascular equipment. Completes bi weekly cleaning of hot pack/cold pack machines, paraffin bath, nautilus machines and hot pack covers. Informs supervisor of malfunctioning/defective equipment and calls bioengineering for repair as directed. Ensures malfunctioning/defective equipment is out of treatment areas and labeled to prevent use in patient care. Issues wheelchairs and cushions to newly admitted patients and exchanges wheelchairs/cushions for specialty items as requested by the therapist based on patient needs. Cleans all wheelchairs and cushions and tags with Drake logo in preparation for patient use. Performs general wheelchair maintenance and informs supervisor of need for parts, repair, and replacement. Maintains inventory for wheelchair room and informs supervisor of equipment needs. Performs general patient treatment and assistance as directed by the physical therapist/occupational therapist including stretching and strengthening exercises, wheelchair follow, gait, transfers and fabrication of adaptive equipment including leg straps and padding/completion of bi-valve casts. Reports patient/family questions/issues to the therapist and follows therapists' instructions regarding delivery of care. Assists patients in all tasks to prepare the patient for their scheduled therapy session as directed by the therapist including dressing, transfers, toileting, and all other possible ADL and mobility needs. Provides transportation for patients from Bridgeway Pointe to main gym for therapy sessions. Promotes general cleanliness and positive appearance of treatment areas by eliminating clutter and returning equipment to proper storage areas. Changes table linens between patients, empties linen bins as needed, and keeps clean linens stocked in patient treatment areas. Maintains temperature logs for hot pack, cold pack and paraffin units and alerts supervisor if temperatures fall outside acceptable range according to department policy. Assists with maintaining adequate inventory of supplies. Refills ultrasound gel bottles in patient treatment areas for easy accessibility during patient care. Completes all other duties assigned by supervisor to assure smooth operation of the department. Appropriately greets patients in waiting room and assists with customer satisfaction by aiding in management of patient wait time and transporting patients to from waiting room to treatment area as designated by therapy staff. Available to team by being at work when scheduled and adheres to UC Health meal periods and break policy. Arrives on time, is prepared, is flexible in response to workload demands, and helps others complete work when possible. Demonstrates flexibility and self-direction in meeting patient and departmental needs by responding as a team player. Is able to travel to all facilities and departments in which therapy services are provided including LTAC, SNF, Christ, Hoxworth, West Chester, and Holmes in order to meet the fluctuating work load demands. Follows direction of licensed therapist in the delivery of patient care, and reports patient reponse to treatment and patient/family questions to therapist for follow up. Collaborates with peers to assure completion of necessary clinical and clerical tasks. Photocopies and organizes all departmental forms, and patient education/exercise forms. Faxes plans of care to physicians and assists in ensuring their signed return. Files returned plans of care into the appropriate patient's charts. Delivers outpatient scheduling forms and other materials to/from the central scheduling department throughout the day. Assists with maintaining a clean and orderly lobby area, throws away all trash and papers at the end of the day. Posts therapy schedules on assigned unit at end of day. Keeps patient care forms including evaluations, patient education and exercise sheets, etc. stocked on assigned unit. Assists with filing, copying, faxing and ordering of supplies as clinical schedule allows.