Pediatric Rehab Technician - PRN - Outpatient Rehab Ochsner Health Center - Greater New Orleans Area

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•Uptown, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Works under the direct, on-premises supervision of a licensed physical or occupational therapist, following detailed instructions, completed competencies, and applicable policies and procedures. Provides assigned therapeutic modality treatments, prepares therapy areas and patients for treatment, and transports patients by wheelchair or stretcher. Maintains equipment and the work environment so they are clean, operable, and safe, and performs isolation techniques in accordance with Infection Control policy. The position also supports patient care as instructed by the therapist and within demonstrated competencies, prepares and maintains the treatment area, assists with office and front-desk procedures, and adapts communication and conduct to the needs of the patient population. The role requires travel throughout and between facilities. Duties may change, and additional related duties may be assigned. The incumbent must comply with applicable laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct. This is a patient-care role with routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, and communicable diseases, as well as possible exposure to hazardous medications or waste. The position is classified as very heavy work, requiring exertion of more than 100 pounds occasionally, more than 50 pounds frequently, and more than 20 pounds constantly to move objects. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Proficiency using computers, software, and web-based applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to individuals at varying levels throughout the patient-care process.
Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.
Ability to meet the very heavy physical-work demands described in the posting.
Ability to work in a patient-care environment with routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, and communicable diseases, and possible exposure to hazardous medications or waste.

Nice To Haves

Some college coursework in healthcare sciences.
Five years of relevant experience or pursuing education in a clinical program.

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain the treatment work area, including ordering supplies, linen, and pharmaceuticals.
Orient and mentor new staff in the needs of the assigned area.
Monitor and assist with patient care as specifically instructed by the therapist and within established competencies.
Assist with generalized office and front-desk procedures.
Transport patients to and from the department or room by wheelchair or stretcher as directed by professional staff, safely and courteously.
Adapt behavior and communication to the patient population, respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permission, and communicating appropriately.
Maintain equipment and the environment to ensure they are clean, operable, and safe.
Perform assigned therapeutic modality treatments and prepare therapy areas and patients for treatment.
Perform isolation techniques in accordance with Infection Control policy.
Remain knowledgeable about and comply with applicable laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and other requirements.
Immediately report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and concerns related to patient or employee safety, patient privacy, or compliance.
Perform other related duties as required.