Rehab Tech- Outpatient
About the role
This job works under direct on-premises supervision of a licensed physical or occupational therapist and according to detailed instructions, competency completion, policies and procedures, provides therapeutic modality treatments as assigned, prepares therapy areas and patients for treatments, and transports patients by use of wheelchairs and stretchers. Maintains all equipment and environment to assure that they are clean, operable, and safe. Performs isolation techniques as outlined in Infection Control policy.
Responsibilities
- Prepares and maintains work area for treatment including ordering of supplies/linen and pharmaceuticals.
- Orients and mentors new staff in needs of assigned area.
- Maintains and assists in patient-care as specifically instructed by the therapist according to their competencies.
- Assists with generalized office and front desk procedures.
- Transports patients to and from department or room via wheelchair or stretcher as directed by professional staff in a safe and courteous manner.
- Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Requirements
Education: Required - High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred - Some college coursework in healthcare sciences.
Work Experience: Required - None. Preferred - 5 years relevant experience or pursuing and education in a clinical program.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): 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. Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.
Benefits
Full Time
Pay
Not specified
Schedule
Not specified
Physical and Environmental Demands
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Heavy Work.
Skills
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. Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.
Benefits
Not specified
Pay
Not specified
Schedule
Not specified