Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Dubuque is the leading hospital in the tri-states, offering the only comprehensive cardiology center and level II regional neonatal intensive care unit in the area as well as the newly constructed MercyOne Dubuque Cancer Center. Other services include a trauma center, a CARF-accredited inpatient rehabilitation unit, home health care, orthopedics, retail pharmacies, palliative care, and a wide range of outpatient and community services. MercyOne operates two hospital-based skilled nursing units and a 40-bed nursing home.

In recognition of the strength of its nursing service and the overall quality of patient care, MercyOne Dubuque has been designated a Magnet® hospital four consecutive times - the nation's most prestigious award for nursing excellence.

Want to learn more about MercyOne Dubuque? Click here: Find a Location Dubuque, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Dubuque

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Physical Therapy Aide!

As a Physical Therapy Aide at MercyOne, you will under close supervision, be responsible for assisting the Physical, Occupational and/or Speech Therapy staff in routine patient care activities.  Possesses the skills necessary to provide direct patient care specific to each age group in accordance with department protocol.  The age of the patients served range in age from infants to geriatrics.   

Schedule:

• PRN (hours and shifts may vary).

• Every 3rd weekend commitment of 7:00am - 3:30pm both Saturday and Sunday on your designated weekend.

• Every 3rd holiday rotation.

General Requirements:

Adheres to the principles of caring and expected behaviors outlined in Mercy Medical Center's Model of Caring and Trinity Health's Code of Conduct, fostering a climate where all customers are treated in a manner consistent with Mercy Medical Center's Mission and Values. 

Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior. 

Performs other duties consistent with purpose of job as directed. 

Care of patient: 

• Follows therapist instruction regarding patient care needs. 

• Completes basic patient care duties, including transferring, toileting, walking and management of medical equipment, with minimal supervision. 

• Seeks input from therapist and communicates needs. 

• Completes appropriate paperwork, as needed. 

• Monitors patients’ needs and communicates needs with therapist/nursing. 

Communicates with staff: 

• Utilizes voicemail and email to streamline process. 

• Efficiently directs calls to appropriate person. 

• Provides information appropriate for persons involved (need to know basis). 

• Contributes to positive work environment. 

      3.  Interpersonal skills: