All other food service workers not classified separately above. Prepare treatment room, inventory supplies and instruments, and set up patient for attention of physician. Hand instruments and materials to physician as directed. Schedule appointments, keep medical records, and perform secretarial duties. 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.
Exclude Psychiatric Aides and Home Health Aides. Exclude Nursing Aides and Homemakers. Instruct, motivate, and assist patients with learning and improving functional activities. Normally work under the direction of a Physical or Corrective Therapist. Assist in lifting patients and rendering first aid.