Rehab Tech - PRN - Destrehan

Ochsner Health • Destrehan, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This job, under direct on-premises supervision of a licensed physical or occupational therapist and according to detailed instructions, competency completion, policies and procedures, provides therapeutic modality treatments as assigned, prepares therapy areas and patients for treatments, and transports patients by use of wheelchairs and stretchers. Maintains all equipment and environment to assure that they are clean, operable, and safe. The Rehab Technician performs isolation techniques as outlined in Infection Control policy.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Five years relevant experience, or pursuing an education in PT/OT or PTA/COTA program may be substituted in lieu of experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
• Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information.
• Proficient with Windows-style applications, keyboard, and various software packages specific to role.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.

Nice To Haves

• Some college coursework in Healthcare Sciences

Responsibilities

• Prepares/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/from department or room via w/c 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.
• Maintains all equipment and environment to assure that they are clean, operable, and safe.
• Performs isolation techniques as outlined in Infection Control policy.

What This Job Offers

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