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Therapy AideUCI Health is one of California's largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown into a 1,461-bed health system that includes UCI Health - Orange, UCI Health - Irvine, four Community Network hospitals and a growing network of ambulatory care centers across Orange and Los Angeles counties. As Orange County's only academic health systems, UCI Health is home to the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center based in the county, the region's only American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, American College of Emergency Physicians Gold Level 1 Geriatric Emergency Department and a nationally recognized regional burn center verified by the American Burn Association. Powered by UC Irvine, UCI Health serves 5.6 million people across Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County through excellence in patient care, research and medical education.
Position Summary: Reporting to the manager of the Burn and Wound clinic, and under the supervision of a licensed Rehabilitation Therapist (PT/OT/SP) the Therapy Aide is responsible for assisting in carrying out established treatment programs for all ages of patients referred in an assigned area. Duties also include routine cleaning and maintenance of equipment, assisting with light clerical duties and any activities necessary for the smooth operation of the department as assigned by therapist/supervision. What It Takes to be Successful Required Qualifications: BLS certification upon hire Ability to work variable shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English Preferred Qualifications: Understanding of basic medical terminology Patient care experience working in Rehabilitation Therapy or in the acute care setting preferred Must possess the skill, knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of assigned duties Must possess knowledge and practice of infectious control techniques Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job Demonstrated experience using MS Office

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JOB OVERVIEW

Experience level

Junior

Location

Orange, CA

Occupation

Occupational Therapy Aides

Industry

General Medical and Surgical Hospitals

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