Rehab Tech - Outpatient Rehab - Therapy & Wellness - Elmwood First Floor

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.
• Makes rounds to monitor and assist 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

The employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details about the schedule are not specified in the job posting.