Rehab Tech / Rehab Aide /Administrative Assistant - Full Time

Overview

A full-time Rehab Tech position is currently available in our sub-acute/skilled nursing facility located in Newtown, CT. Preferred Therapy Solutions offers competitive rates and great benefits including:

• Up to 5 weeks of paid time off to start and up to 6 weeks of PTO after 5 years of employment
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx plan/H.S.A
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Continuing Education program
• 401(k) plan with a discretionary employer match
• Flexible schedules to promote a balance between career and personal life

Responsibilities

• Assists with specific treatment activities assigned by the treating therapist.
• Transports patients to and from rehabilitation dept. for scheduled treatment as requested and assist with transfers.
• Prepares patient for therapy as directed by supervising therapist.
• Helps in the modification of patient equipment (wheelchairs, splints) as necessary.
• Reports patient response to treatment and changes in medical status to supervising therapist immediately.
• Aids in computer data entry and generates reports as requested.
• Completes timely and accurate documentation of direct, indirect time, payroll, efficiency and clinical reporting.
• Adheres to confidentiality standards of HIPAA and all Infection Control, Universal Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional.
• Uses a professional and clear style of verbal and written communication.
• Maintains rehabilitation area and equipment in a neat, clean and safe manner.
• Attends in-services and facility meetings as required.
• Works cooperatively in group situations and demonstrates flexibility, team building, and promotes a positive work environment.
• Reports to work on time and adheres to schedule.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Holds a high school diploma or Graduate Equivalency Degree.
• Demonstrates concise oral and written communication skills with rehab. staff, facility staff, patients, and families.
• Demonstrates regular attendance.

Rehab Team Leader / Occupational Therapy Assistant

• Provides daily oversight of rehabilitation services.
• Ensures efficient and effective operations of the facility's rehabilitation department.
• Provides therapy services to patients.
• Offers clinical support, training and oversight of specialty programs within his/her specific discipline.
• Plans and coordinates with other facility therapists in the implementation of programs and procedures to optimize patient outcomes.
• Monitor patient admissions, schedules, MDS assessment periods and data.
• Administers administrative supervision of therapists in the rehabilitation department.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist or license eligible in the state where employed.
• Experience as a treating therapist in the Skilled Nursing Facility setting.