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Splint Champion-Acquired Brain Injury - Weekend coverage

Shepherd Center

Atlanta, Georgia

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Cerebral Vascular Accident, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Clinical Research, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Establish Priorities, Healthcare, Hospital, Intensive Care, Inventory Management, Leadership, License Management, Licensing, Maintain Compliance, Medical Treatment, Multiple Sclerosis, Neurotrauma (Traumatic Brain Injury), Nursing, Nursing Credentials, Occupational Therapy, Orthotics, Patient Care, Patient Education, Physical Therapy, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Rehabilitation Medicine, Requirements Management, Risk Analysis, Spinal Cord Injury, Time Management
LOCATION
Atlanta, Georgia
POSTED
2 days ago
About Shepherd Center

With five decades of experience, Shepherd Center provides world-class clinical care, research, and family support for people experiencing the most complex conditions, including spinal cord and brain injuries, multi-trauma, traumatic amputations, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and pain. An elite center ranked by" U.S. News "as one of the nation's top hospitals for rehabilitation, Shepherd Center is also recognized as both Spinal Cord Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems. Shepherd is the only rehabilitation facility in the nation with an intensive care unit on-site, allowing us to care for the most complex patients and begin the rehabilitation process sooner. Shepherd Center treats thousands of patients annually with unmatched expertise and unwavering compassion to help them begin again.

Shepherd Center's culture is one of hope, humor, and hard work. You will enjoy career growth, strong relationships with co-workers , strong support from leadership, and fun activities that have ke pt over 1 2% of staff members working at Shepherd for more than 20 years .

The Splint Champion assists comprehensive rehabilitation and medical staff team members (including occupational therapists, physical therapists, nurses, and patient care technicians) through application of nighttime orthotics and removal of daytime orthotics.

Job Responsibilities:
  • The Splint Champion provides patient/family education on need for orthoses.
  • Serves as liaison between nursing and therapy and ensures communication between day shift and night shift with regard to key issues involving potential skin breakdown or orthotic fit.
  • Correctly stretches upper and lower extremities, managing neck/trunk orthoses.
  • Identifies, addresses, and resolves edema concerns.
  • Practices effective time management based on the patient census.
  • All activities are performed under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist or nurse, as outlined by the licensing body for each discipline.
  • May be required to maintain splint supply inventory.
  • Performs consistent with Shepherd Center standards, clinical policies, and procedures.
  • Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with Center and departmental policies and procedures. Responsible for the reporting of employee/patient/visitor injuries or accidents, or other safety issues to the supervisor and in the occurrence notification system.
  • Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with Center and departmental policies and procedures. Responsible for the reporting of employee/patient/visitor injuries or accidents, or other safety issues to the supervisor and in the occurrence notification system.
  • Monitors and ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, organizational standards, and policies and procedures related to area of responsibility. Identifies potential risk areas within area of responsibility and supports problem resolution process.
  • Performs other duties as required/requested/assigned.
Required Minimum Education
  • High school diploma required.
Required Minimum Certification
  • No minimum certification required.
Required Minimum Experience
  • Six (6) months to one (1) year of healthcare experience required.
Required Minimum Skills
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Must be able to closely follow detailed instructions.
  • Demonstrates competency in time management, organization, prioritization and critical thinking by planning and organizing work assignments and prioritizing the specific needs of the patient.
  • Takes responsibility for growing professionally and seek opportunities for improving skills.
  • Communicates effectively using timely verbal, non-verbal and written communication.
  • Willingly adapts to changing work demands and work environment.
  • Completes orientation and initial assessment of competency successfully by determined due date.
  • Completes mandatory education and annual competency assessment requirements by determined due date.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Associate degree or higher in a health-related field preferred.
  • Previous experience with patients with Spinal Cord Injury, Traumatic Brain Injury Stroke, Concussion and Vestibular Disorders.
Physical Demands
  • Need to have a great deal of manual dexterity.
  • Uses body, tools, or special devices to safely, effectively, and efficiently to move, guide, or place patients. Involves some latitude for judgement with regard to precision attained and the selection of what adaptive device(s) to utilize.

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