Rehab Tech- PRN- OLG MTS Youngsville

Ochsner Health • Youngsville, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Ochsner Health is committed to serving, healing, leading, educating, and innovating since 1942, recognizing that dedicated employees make a difference in patient care. The Rehab Tech position works under the direct on-premises supervision of a licensed physical or occupational therapist. This role involves providing therapeutic modality treatments as assigned, preparing therapy areas and patients for treatments, and transporting patients using wheelchairs and stretchers. The Rehab Tech is also responsible for maintaining all equipment and the environment to ensure cleanliness, operability, and safety, and for performing isolation techniques as outlined in Infection Control policy. This position is located at OLG MTS Physical Therapy in Youngsville and is a PRN (as needed) role.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No prior work experience required.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Prepares and maintains work area for treatment including ordering of supplies/linen and pharmaceuticals.
• Orients and mentors new staff in needs of assigned area.
• Monitors and assists in patient-care as specifically instructed by the therapist according to their competencies.
• Assists with generalized office and front desk procedures.
• Transports patients to and from department or room via wheelchair or stretcher as directed by professional staff in a safe and courteous manner.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees