Rehab Technician

Reliant Rehabilitation•Atlanta, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Technician assists therapists with non-resident-related activities and direct resident care in skilled nursing facility settings. The role supports patient treatment by transporting residents, preparing treatment areas and equipment, assisting with care as directed by therapists or nursing, maintaining equipment and records, and following facility safety, infection-control, confidentiality, and conduct requirements. The technician may travel between facilities during scheduled hours and must be able to work varying hours and shifts, including weekends and holidays. Before beginning patient care, the Director of Rehabilitation must complete the Rehabilitation Technician Competency Checklist. The role also requires completion of the on-the-job orientation and training programs for Rehabilitation Technicians.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to build strong relationships with a diverse population.
Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English-language instructions, correspondence, memos, and reports.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, productive work environment.
Completion of on-the-job orientation and training programs as a Rehabilitation Technician.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Basic Internet navigation skills.
Must hold a state-issued CNA license if required by the state in which assigned.

Responsibilities

Transport residents to and from the treatment area as scheduled.
Prepare the environment and equipment for patient treatment.
Assist with treatment as directed by therapists.
Participate in facility and departmental meetings as appropriate.
Maintain inventory of therapy equipment and supplies.
Maintain appropriate patient records as directed by Reliant’s records or soft files policy.
Follow infection-control procedures and environmental safety protocols within the facility.
Maintain confidentiality of Reliant Rehabilitation, facility, and patient information.
Conduct oneself in an ethical, legal, and responsible manner.
Adhere to the Employee Handbook and Code of Business Conduct.
Comply with facility and customer requirements, policies, and practices.
Travel between facilities during scheduled hours.
Work varying hours and shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Attend mandatory meetings, training, and assignments as delegated.
Provide patient care as directed by therapists and/or nursing, including bed positioning and mobility, patient transfers, ambulation, dressing, hygiene and grooming, and gross and fine motor coordination.
Conduct routine patient activities as directed by therapy and/or nursing, including endurance activities, memory activities, and exercises.
Operate exercise equipment safely.
Put on and remove orthotic equipment.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.