Physical Therapy - Occupational Therapy Technician

Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute•Michigan City, IN

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

As the region’s subspecialty orthopedic group, Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute has served the orthopedic needs of northwest Indiana since 1968. With state-of-the-art facilities conveniently located in Chesterton, Crown Point, Michigan City, Portage, and Schererville, we are dedicated to delivering the exceptional, compassionate care to our patients to keep them moving and enjoying life. Job Summary Responsible for both the preparatory and post treatment aspects of care. Assures adequate inventory of supplies and maintains the clinic in a clean, safe, and orderly state. Answers phones, schedules patients, checks in patients, and provides other related support services as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrates professionalism with prompt work attendance and flex.
Attention to detail.
Ability to take instruction and work collaboratively with the team.

Responsibilities

Set up therapy equipment and tools before sessions.
Answer phone, schedules appointments, and checks in patients.
Escort or transport patients to and from treatment area.
Help patients get into position or move safely from exercises.
Promote infection control; clean and sanitize treatment areas and gear after use.
Gather laundry, order and restock supplies, and organize inventory.
Check devices to ensure they are safe and working correctly.
Streamline patient intake, insurance authorization workflows, and discharge planning to minimize efficiency.
Assist patients with non-clinical elements of care under staff direction.
Assist therapists with duties that require extra hands, like casting splints.
Deliver ultrasound treatment to non-Medicare patients.
Apply electrodes to patients as directed by therapists but not setting stimulation perimeters or turning stimulator on.
Other duties as assigned.