Exercise Technician | 15 to 20 Hours Per Week

Christiana Care Health System • Newark, DE

52d • $17 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

ChristianaCare is currently seeking an Exercise Technician to work approximately 15 to 20 hours per week at the Health Care Center in Newark Out Patient Rehabilitation Site. Hour for this position will primarily be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday. May pick up additional hours through the week and on Fridays. PRIMARY FUNCTION: To provide supportive services in the Physical Therapy Department.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent

Nice To Haves

• Currently enrolled in a pre-PT program through an accredited University is preferred
• Previous experience working or volunteering in a Physical Therapy setting is preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists the therapist in treatment preparation for group or individual sessions. Sessions include, but are not limited to, hot and cold packs, routine follow-up exercises, and ambulation
• Maintains the work area in a neat and orderly fashion, safe for patient care. Cleans and prepares equipment for patient use
• Assists with clerical duties as needed; answering phones, scheduling patient appointments, scheduling patient transportation, scanning, filing, faxing, and communication with referral resources
• Maintains a current inventory of patient supplies and equipment
• Assists therapists in medical equipment ordering
• Monitors patient flow within the department; occasionally assisting with patient transport. May assist with community outings
• Demonstrates skills and knowledge necessary to provide care appropriate to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, including knowledge of growth and development, the ability to obtain and interpret information to identify patient needs, and to provide the care needed

Benefits

• ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program.
• To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees