Therapeutic Assistant – Mental Health – Acute Care Unit

The Medical University of South Carolina

Hourly; pyy grade health-20; not specified
Patient care under rn direction
Maintain activities of daily living
Promote therapeutic environment safety
The Therapeutic Assistant reports to the Nurse Manager and provides patient care as directed by a registered nurse

Job Summary

  • The Therapeutic Assistant reports to the Nurse Manager and provides patient care as directed by a registered nurse.
  • Responsibilities include assisting with patient admission and discharge processes while maintaining the safety of the therapeutic environment.
  • The role requires maintaining current Basic Life Support certification and working 36 hours per week on day shifts.

Matching Summary

The Therapeutic Assistant reports to the Nurse Manager and provides patient care as directed by a registered nurse.

Salary

Hourly; Pay Grade Health-20; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Patient care under RN direction
  • Maintain activities of daily living
  • Promote therapeutic environment safety
  • Assist with admission and discharge processes
  • Support multi-disciplinary treatment plans

Nice-to-have

  • Energetic and enthusiastic team member
  • Ability to work rotating shifts
  • Experience in behavioral health preferred

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 2 weeks
  • TACT and First Aid certification within 6 months
  • Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs unassisted
  • Regular employee status required

Work Rights

Not specified

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