Pediatric Therapy Aide (PRN)

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MCJCHV Peds Rehab

Assists Rehab Services therapists in providing patient care and treatment with occasional guidance. Maintains equipment and supplies in inventory and prepare patient treatment area according to department policies and procedures.

At Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt, every member of the rehabilitation team plays a vital role in delivering exceptional care to children and families. As a Pediatric Rehabilitation Tech, you'll help ensure our therapy environments remain organized, equipped, safe, and ready for patient care.

This position is best suited for dependable individuals who enjoy staying organized, solving problems, managing multiple responsibilities, and supporting a busy healthcare team behind the scenes.

Responsibilities

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→Maintain, clean, organize, and transport therapy equipment throughout inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation areas
→Stock supplies and manage inventory to support daily operations
→Prepare therapy spaces for patient care and assist with department workflow
→Respond to changing priorities throughout the day and identify solutions independently
→Support therapists and rehabilitation staff with operational and patient support needs
→Help maintain a safe, efficient, and well-organized environment for patients and families

Supporting Colleagues : Develops Self and Others: Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Seeks to understand colleagues' priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas.- Communicates Effectively: Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner. Delivering Excellent Services: - Serves Others with Compassion: Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent service.- Solves Complex Problems: Seeks to understand issues, solves routine problems, and raises proper concerns in a timely manner. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Listens carefully to understand the issues and provides accurate information and support. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department. Managing Resources Effectively : - Demonstrates Accountability: Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work/service. - Stewards Organizational Resources: Displays understanding of how personal actions will impact departmental resources. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error. Fostering Innovation : - Generates New Ideas: Willingly proposes/accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day-to-day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them. - Applies Technology: Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action. - Adapts to Change: Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work.

Consistently reliable with strong attendance and punctuality
Comfortable working independently and taking initiative
Strong communication and customer service skills
Able to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing needs in a fast-paced environment
Organized, detail-oriented, and accountable
Professional in interactions with patients, families, and team members

To be successful in this PRN role, candidates should have regular weekday availability and flexibility to support departmental staffing needs.

While occasional weekend shifts may be available, this position is not designed as a weekend-only opportunity.

Requirements

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High School Diploma or GED
Minimum of one year of work experience demonstrating reliability, accountability, customer service, and teamwork
Ability to work independently and complete responsibilities with limited supervision
Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Strong work history with demonstrated dependability
Experience in customer service, hospitality, healthcare support, education, childcare, retail leadership, or other service-oriented environments
Experience managing supplies, inventory, equipment, or operational workflows
Experience working with children or families

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Work Experience:

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level :

Less than 1 year

Education:

High School Diploma or GED

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.

About the Role

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This role is primarily an operational support position. Daily responsibilities focus on equipment management, cleaning, organization, stocking, logistics, and supporting rehabilitation services. Candidates seeking a direct patient care role as their primary responsibility may not find this position to be the best fit.