PHYSICAL THERAPY - TECH

UHS • Washington, DC

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About The Position

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health is seeking a full-time Physical Therapy Tech to support patient care under the supervision of licensed professionals and in accordance with regulatory requirements. The technician prepares patients and equipment for therapists and assists staff in administering services. The role also involves patient transport, therapy equipment preparation and cleaning, supply and linen monitoring, documentation support, and maintaining a clean and safe therapy environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 months of recent hospital, long-term care, or medical work experience that provided knowledge of basic patient care activities.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from the gym.
• Assist therapists with treatment when more than one person is required.
• Assist nursing with transporting patients to dialysis.
• Prepare patients for therapy by assisting with undressing, dressing, and positioning on equipment.
• Apply dressings under supervision using aseptic techniques.
• Provide limited patient services, such as crutch-walking exercises and ADL training programs, under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist.
• Apply knowledge of growth and development across the life span to provide age-appropriate care.
• Prepare therapy equipment, including hydrotherapy tanks, paraffin baths, and hot packs.
• Wipe down equipment after use, before lunch, and after afternoon treatments.
• Track hydrocollator temperature daily, communicate problems, and correct them when necessary.
• Ensure wheelchairs, walkers, and canes are put away and locked up at the end of the day.
• Mark and number wheelchairs and new equipment.
• Check clean and dirty linen carts, maintain par levels, and ensure dirty linen is picked up.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by cleaning equipment, storage areas, cabinets, treatment areas, and mats.
• Track supplies and report needs to the Clinical Coordinator.
• Write and distribute the daily schedule.
• Bring documentation to medical records.
• Check and refill documentation in the gym and social work office, including orientation and discharge packets.
• Perform other job duties and assignments as required.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Competitive compensation and generous paid time off.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED