Ochsner LSU Health System NL

Child Life Assistant - Specialty Support - St. Mary

Shreveport - North Louisiana Region - Louisiana

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 9 days ago

RESTPharmacy PracticePatient CareCommunicationTime Management

About the role

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Provide activity support for patients on isolation or bed rest as arranged with clinical staff.

Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Required - High school diploma or equivalent.

Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal with patients, families, multidisciplinary team members, departmental peers, and community agency personnel effectively and courteously.
Assists with age-appropriate therapeutic and recreational activities.
Prepares materials and environments for therapeutic interventions and group programming.
Observes patient responses and communicates relevant information to Child Life Specialist.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, demonstrating respect for privacy and communication style.

Maintain playroom environments, cleans equipment, stock supplies, and upholds safety guidelines.

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