SSM Health·Madison, Wisconsin
Assists physical and occupational therapists in providing direct patient care, including taking vitals and preparing patients for treatment. Manages equipment maintenance, supply inventory, and handles insurance prior authorizations via electronic health records.
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Mary's Hospital - Madison Worker Type: Regular Job Summary: Under direct supervision of a physical or occupational therapist, assists in providing patient care, including assistance with insurance prior authorization.
Takes responsibility for equipment maintenance and supply inventory for the therapy services department.
Travel among sites is required.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Rooms patients, takes vitals and prepares patient for treatment.
Provides direct care to patients as directed and supervised by a therapist.
Recognizes and acts when patient care requires intervention by a therapist.
Maintains clean and safe conditions for patient care areas and equipment.
Monitors equipment function.
Performs and records required equipment calibration tasks.
Documents and communicates using the electronic health record including: insurance prior authorizations; patient calls and communications.
Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience EXPERIENCE No experience required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Constant standing and walking.
Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
Frequent reaching, gripping, and keyboard use/data entry.
Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
Occasional bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships.
Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
Occasional lifting/moving patients.
Occasional use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
Occasional driving.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS Resuscitation Certification Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 day of employment.
Other resuscitation certifications may be required dependent on department.
Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Job Type: Employee Department: 4503000007 Physical Therapy Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, or 10 years of work experience. Must obtain Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) certification within 90 days of employment.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Wisconsin are typically in steady demand because employers need licensed professionals who can support patients across healthcare and social-service settings. This role is competitive because it requires a current Social Worker license, at least two years of experience, and a Bachelor’s in Social Work, with a Master’s preferred; the listed benefits include health, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k) matching. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits carefully on this platform to save time, then confirm your licensure and experience match before applying.