Rehab Tech - Days

Memorial Hermann Health System • Kingwood, WV

6d

About The Position

The Rehab Tech prepares patients for treatment and assists therapists with patient care under the direct supervision of a licensed staff member. The role also performs routine departmental tasks. The position is full-time, day shift, at Kingwood West SM&R, with a Monday–Friday schedule of 7–6 or 7–5 on Friday; flexibility is needed within those time frames.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate fundamental clinical information to patients and caregivers with varying levels of clinical understanding.
• Ability to lift occasionally or frequently up to 75/100 pounds and carry up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and walk, stoop, and squat frequently.
• Fine hand dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
• Ability to receive oral and written communication and communicate verbally and in writing.
• Visual ability to monitor instruments, computers, and equipment; recognize alphanumeric characters; distinguish colors; and observe physical characteristics.
• Commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process and Memorial Hermann’s values of innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion, and results.

Responsibilities

• Administer treatments or procedures delegated by and directly supervised by a therapist, therapist assistant, or athletic trainer. Activities may include therapeutic exercise programs, patient transport, functional activities, supervised mobility activities, ultrasound, heat or cold applications, electrical stimulation, hydrotherapy, wound care, dressing application, and department cleaning.
• Maintain and distribute linen.
• Communicate effectively with supervising therapists, therapist assistants, athletic trainers, and other professional colleagues.
• Complete routine documentation accurately and efficiently.
• Assist department managers with tasks and specific projects.
• Promote safe care for patients, staff, and visitors and follow Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards, including budget, time, supply, productivity, and service-quality expectations.
• Support professional growth and development by meeting mandatory and continuing education requirements and maintaining skills competency.
• Support department-based goals and serve as a preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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