Hospital Assistant 2 (Rehab Aide)

JOB SUMMARY

The Rehabilitative Services Aide, the H_A II, reports to the therapists of a particular service and provides both direct and indirect patient care services. At this level, the employee is responsible for the treatment of patients who require the direct supervision and daily guidance of an occupational, physical and/or speech therapist.  The Rehabilitative Aide works primarily with adult and geriatric patients from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, although pediatric and adolescent patients may also be treated. The Rehabilitative Aide actively participates in departmental and organizational programs, including performance improvement activities, inservices and staff development activities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED 1. Possession of a high school diploma. 2. Prior patient care experience in inpatient and/or outpatient rehab or related setting or volunteer experience in rehab or related setting. 3. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. 4. Ability to recognize signs of physiological distress. 5. Possession of current CPR certification. 6. Proficient in computer skills including Word, Excel, and on line communication. 7. Possession of good interpersonal, time management, problem solving and self-initiation skills. 8. This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations PREFERRED 1. Prior patient care experience in an acute care rehab setting. 2. Prior experience working with an interdisciplinary health provider team. 3. Prior experience working in an academic medical center environment. 4. Knowledge of basic medical terminology. 5. Knowledge of rehab equipment. REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS None POPULATIONS SERVED Demonstrated ability to provide appropriate care based on the needs of a specific individual, including the patient’s age. When the rehab aide is primarily working with patients of age groups other than adult and/or geriatric, additional age-specific performance criteria for neonate, pediatric, and adolescent populations are delineated under the pediatric clinical services mentoring program. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS - Current American Heart Association CPR certification

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The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.