About the role#
This co-op position at the South Bay Clinic offers students the chance to integrate classroom learning with hands-on work. You will receive site-specific training under the supervision of experienced staff while following hospital policies and safety regulations.
What you'll do#
- Practice patient treatment, including therapeutic procedures, patient positioning, bed mobility, transfers, ambulation, and gait training.
- Apply modalities such as ultrasound, hot or cold packs, and whirlpools.
- Assist with exercise classes and monitor patient reactions to treatments.
- Document patient progress in charts and manage daily treatment statistics and billing procedures.
- Communicate with nursing and medical staff regarding patient status.
- Maintain cleanliness in treatment areas and manage the inventory of supplies and equipment.
- Attend staff meetings and in-services.
- Handle administrative tasks such as photocopying, faxing, and chart management.
What you'll need#
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- Current enrollment in the Northeastern University Co-operative Education Program as a sophomore, junior, or senior.
- A BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.
- Strong oral and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
- The ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive personal and health information.
Location & details#
- Location: Dorchester, Massachusetts.
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week.
- Term: Rolling.
- Work modality: On-site.
About Boston Medical Center (BMC)
Boston Medical Center is an academic medical center based in Boston. It operates as a 511-bed facility and serves as the largest essential hospital in New England. The organization provides care across more than 70 specialties and subspecialties. It functions as a nonprofit entity and maintains a staff of over 10,000 employees.
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