660080 Work under the direction of nursing or medical staff to provide auxiliary services in the care of patients. Perform duties such as answering patient's call bell, serving and collecting food trays, and feeding patients.
Orderlies are primarily concerned with setting up equipment and relieving nurses of heavier work.
Does not include Psychiatric Aides and Home Health Aides. They also work on weekends and holidays, but most full time aides have a regular shift and work from 32 to 40 hours a week. Part-time schedules are also available. Fringe benefits for permanent employees normally include health insurance, sick leave, paid holidays and vacations. 13,700 Employment Trends by California County Employment is expected to grow due to the continuing emphasis on rehabilitation and the long-term care needs of an aging population.