Rehab Tech - PRN - Kaplan Outpatient Clinic

Ochsner Health•Kaplan, LA

7d•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, the Rehab Tech provides assigned therapeutic modality treatments, prepares therapy areas and patients for treatment, and transports patients using wheelchairs and stretchers. The role also maintains equipment and the work environment to ensure they are clean, operable, and safe, and performs isolation techniques in accordance with Infection Control policy. The position involves patient-care support as specifically instructed by the therapist and within the employee’s competencies, as well as supply and linen ordering, general office and front desk tasks, and support for patient transport. The employee is expected to adapt communication and behavior to the patient population, protect patient privacy, follow applicable laws and standards, and report known or suspected compliance, privacy, or safety concerns. The job description notes that duties may change and that reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Proficiency in 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 physical demands described as Very Heavy Work, including exerting more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, more than 50 pounds frequently, and more than 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
Ability to work in a patient-care area and directly with patients, with routine exposure to blood, body fluid, and tissue and occupational risk of exposure to communicable diseases.
Ability to work in a healthcare environment where occupational exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste may occur.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain the work area for treatment, 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 according to completed 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, in a safe and courteous manner.
Adapt behavior and communication to the patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permission, and adjusting communication style.
Maintain equipment and the environment so they are clean, operable, and safe.
Perform assigned therapeutic modality treatments and prepare therapy areas and patients for treatments.
Perform isolation techniques according to Infection Control policy.
Perform other related duties as required.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
Immediately report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.