Rehabilitation Technician

Essential Functions

• Affords assistance to the Physical and Occupational Therapist during patient care and treatment planning.
• Establishes and maintains effective communication with patients, family members, and other departments.
• Supports the front office staff as needed.
• Responds to patient questions and inquiries to enhance patient satisfaction levels.
• Maintains care and cleanliness of equipment and ensures a safe and clean environment in the clinic as per the “Rehab tech duties list”.
• Participates in supply inventorying, stocking, and organization of clinic shelves/cabinets.
• Assists the Lead Rehab Tech with special projects.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Assists all patients on the rehabilitation floor.
• Contributes to the seamless and efficient operation of the clinic, including daily clinic flow.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year experience in an outpatient therapy clinic preferred.
• Graduation from a technical program or BA in Kinesiology or Exercise Science is preferred.
• Knowledge of applying exercise as directed by therapists.
• Understanding of clinic policies, procedures, regulations, safety/infection control, and quality control.
• Knowledge of how to use therapy equipment.
• Understanding of medical terminology.
• Skills in applying exercise as directed by therapists.
• Effective communication with Physical and Occupational Therapists, and front office staff.
• Proficiency in using a computer system/EMR software.
• Adequate recognition of patient/clinic dangers and appropriate fall risk patients.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, providers, and staff.
• Ability to anticipate and recognize needs of the clinic and therapist.
• Clear communication skills in both verbal and written forms.
• Resourcefulness to patients and staff.

Environmental/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.
• Some travel within the community.

Physical/Mental Demands

• Sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment.
• Sometimes requires bending, stretching, and manual dexterity using a calculator and computer keyboard.
• Occasionally supports patients in transfers.
• Requires lifting up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• Requires kneeling, squatting, and overhead lifting.

Organizational Requirements

• Read and acknowledge the LOS Employee Handbook.
• Adhere to the LOS OIG Compliance Program.
• Comply with OSHA requirements and receive necessary training, including Safety Training.