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Position : Electrician

Location : Trinity hospital; Chicago IL. (South Side neighborhood)

Full Time; Day Shift

Purpose : Performs the necessary operations throughout the hospital to assure the reliable functioning of electrical distribution fire alarm and suppression systems and medical air vacuum and gas systems to provide a healthy and safe environment for patients visitors and employees under the general supervision of the Lead Electrician or Manager.

Position Requirements :

• High school graduate or GED PLUS trade school or apprenticeship training.
• At least (3)years maintaining repairing troubleshooting and installing electrical / mechanical equipment and systems and associated equipment in a medical center large campus or industrial setting.
• Ability to operate maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems from low voltage to 4160 Volt systems emergency generators and transfer switches the electrical side of all building equipment and controls.
• Current State of Illinois drivers license
• IMSA Fire Alarm Level 1 Certification or equivalent within 1 year
• Will be required to work any shift including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment with physical demands.
• Ability to work in extreme heat and temperature variations
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to move climb bend reach push and pull as related to job activities.
• Understanding and knowledge of electrical hazards related to job activities

Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds or when patient is unable to assist with the lift patient handling equipment is expected to be used with at least one other associate when available.

Unique patient lifting / movement situations will be assessed on a case by case basis

Major Responsibilities :

• Transports and delivers medical specimens, materials, laboratory results, mail, and supplies to clients using proper procedures and safety precautions.
• Ensures that all specimens are properly collected, stored, transported and then delivered throughout the route, while keeping specimen integrity and meeting critical hospital turnaround times.
• Pickups and delivers to designated route. Ensures adherence to assigned courier schedule, assuming responsibility for additions to schedule as directed.
• Communicates regularly with the dispatch team in ensuring all additions for will call services are completed and in providing information on completed supply deliveries.
• Documents completed supply deliveries and any other information for quality assurance / improvement according to established protocol.
• Assists in result sorting and resolves any issues with ensuring a timely delivery of results.
• Acts in a prompt, friendly, and professional manner and maintains good relations with laboratory clients.
• Maintains scheduled maintenance, clean appearance and upkeep of vehicle.
• Assists in improving the quality and efficiency of laboratory procedures and workflow processes, and makes adjustments as necessary.

Licensure, Registration, and / or Certification Required :

A valid drivers license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles.

Education Required :

No Formal Education.

Experience Required :

No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required :

• Driving record must meet Aurora fleet safety standards
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with a variety of clients and staff.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Familiarity with local area streets and addresses, with the ability to navigate and read maps and / or directions.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to multi-task.
• Basic computer skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and get in and out of a vehicle for the majority of the workday. Must be able to bend and stoop throughout the workday.
• Frequently lifts and carries up to 10 lbs.; occasionally will be required to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Occasionally push / pull a 4-wheeled cart with up to 30 lbs. of force; frequently push / pull a 2-wheeled hand truck with up to 50 lbs. of force.
• Occasionally will be required to reach overhead during the course of daily activities.
• Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule that may include alternate / multiple site assignments and weekends.
• Position requires extensive travel, will be exposed to severe road and weather hazards.
• Must have the ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
• Will be exposed to potentially hazardous and / or infectious materials; therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent.

Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Major Responsibilities :

• Interprets physician referrals and completes musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and / or integumentary evaluations utilizing appropriate methods.
• Establishes a plan of care and implements individual treatment based on evaluation results and functional goals.
• Monitors and evaluates outcomes and appropriately adjusts the individualized treatment plan based on the patient's response to treatment and provides status updates to physicians.

Identifies factors affecting patient's physical and psychosocial comfort and attends to these needs.

• Plans for and completes patient discharge including providing written home programs, patient / family teaching, referral for community services, and ordering equipment.
• Completes all required documentation following department policy, including patient progress notes, team conference reports, and discharge summaries as appropriate, to record patient care and progress of each patient assigned as well as daily statistics, billing, and scheduling.

Applies insurance guidelines regarding authorization and number of visits.

• Responsible for cleaning up after patient treatment, putting away equipment, and keeping area neat and orderly. Performs various manual techniques, patient positioning, transferring and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing / pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
• Demonstrates skill in use of modalities, exercise equipment and other devices that are available in area worked per department orientation checklist.

Demonstrates knowledge of indications and contraindications of modalities and exercise.

Participates in performance improvement activities designed to identify and resolve problems affecting patient care outcomes and to improve quality of care.

Manages assigned caseload, informing site leadership of coverage needs and ability to cover; assists with coverage, based on department needs and regional needs.

Pursues professional growth through participation in continuing education courses, department inservices, and reading professional literature.

Orients new staff to clinical and department policies as requested. Participates in the evaluation process of co-workers by providing verbal or written feedback as requested.

Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his / her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.

Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and / or Certification Required :

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required, and
• Physical Therapist license issued by the state of Wisconsin.

Education Required :

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy.

Experience Required :

No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required :

• Intermediate computer skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated organization, decision-making, and problem solving skills.
• Certification Addendum
• Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others).

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, and squat throughout the workday.
• Must be able to :
• lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• lift up to 10 lbs. from waist to overhead.
• lift and carry up to 40 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to :
• push / pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Position requires repetitive use of hands :
• Simple grasping - 5-15 lbs. - 20% of the workday.
• Pushing / pulling - up to 75-100 lbs. - 10% of the day.
• Fine manipulation of hands during massage and joint mobilization.
• Must have functional use of senses to allow for effective communication.
• Exposed to electrical and chemical hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore must have ability to wear protective clothing as needed.
• Position may require travel; therefore may be exposed to road and weather hazards.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent.

Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Provides social work services for health care related situations for patients and their families. Collaborates with other healthcare providers to explore and initiate strategies to achieve specific desired outcomes.

Provides social work services to individuals or groups including : screening, psychosocial assessment, discharge planning, determination of social work goals, appropriate concrete and / or therapeutic interventions and follow-up.

Exercises a substantial degree of professional judgment, recognizing deviations from the usual patient / family functioning, anticipating problems and taking measures to maximize coping capabilities.

Documents activity according to department and program protocols or standards.

Implements interventions substantiated by assessment as appropriate to the needs of the patient / client system and consistent with available resources.

Advocates for patient involvement in the plan of care. Initiates and coordinates interventions with the activities of other members of the health care team.

Collaborates with community agencies and institutions to plan continued care and to coordinate interventions related to finances, housing, childcare, family discord and other psychosocial problems.

Provides crisis intervention services.

Assists with managing utilization of hospital resources especially as related to patients with complex continuity of care needs.

Supports and participates in the case management planning process to achieve desired outcomes.

Provides education to patients / families regarding Advance Directives for health care decision-making. Assists with execution of these documents as appropriate.

Communicates effectively with patients, family, other members of the health care team and community agencies and facilitates resolution of issues which could impact on continuity of care (e.

g., prior-approvals, application requirements, transfer paperwork).

Establishes and maintains effective professional relationships, positively representing the social work profession throughout the organization and in the community.

Promotes constructive approach to problem solving. Adheres to the professions Code of Ethics; consistently practices within a framework guided by ethical principles.

Participates in the orientation of new staff and / or education of social work students.

Participates in unit-based educational programs to enhance the understanding of psychosocial aspects of health care delivery.

Works cooperatively with other professional and non-professional staff to identify and resolve problems in the service delivery systems and to improve quality of patient care.

Participates in the quality improvement process as it relates to supported area.

Licenses & Certifications

Social Worker license issued by the state of Wisconsin.

Degrees

Master's Degree in Social Work.

Required Functional Experience

Typically requires 1 year of experience in providing social work services in a complex health care system.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge of social work principles and methods, and the ability to apply these in a health care setting. Demonstrated decision making, team building, time management, customer service, and conflict resolution skills.

Excellent communication and human relation skills. Intermediate computer skills including word processing, presentation applications and electronic mail.

Certification Addendum Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others).