Rehab Technician

HHC•Indianapolis, IN

10d

About The Position

The Rehab Technician works under the general supervision of a licensed or certified physical, occupational, or speech therapist, or therapist assistant. The role assists with physical, occupational, and speech therapy and related activities, including delegated direct patient care. The technician routinely interacts with adult and geriatric patients and may occasionally work with pediatric and adolescent patients. The Rehab Technician supports Eskenazi Health’s mission to Advocate, Care, Teach, and Serve, with particular emphasis on Marion County’s vulnerable population, and models the organization’s values. In Rehabilitation Services, the technician may also provide medical interpretation services and act as a liaison between patients and health care providers.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
Successfully complete Rehab Tech competencies within the first 30 days.
Some undergraduate education or a degree in a related field such as Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or Athletic Training is preferred.
Previous experience as a Rehab Tech is preferred.
Preference for candidates enrolled in a PT, OT, ST, PTA, COTA, or health-related program at an accredited school, or completing prerequisites to enter one of these programs.
Completion of a Bridging the Gap course is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Some undergraduate education or a degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Athletic Training, or a related field.
Previous experience as a Rehab Tech.
Enrollment in a PT, OT, ST, PTA, COTA, or health-related program at an accredited school, or completion of prerequisites to enter one.
Completion of a Bridging the Gap course.

Responsibilities

Assist therapists with routine tasks and delegated direct patient care to maximize therapists’ time providing direct patient care.
Facilitate durable medical equipment (DME) and supply orders as appropriate, and transport patients safely and promptly.
Schedule or cancel patient appointments through the appropriate pathway, verify and attach referrals, prioritize work according to therapist and department needs, and triage requests for assistance.
Collaborate effectively with peers and hospital staff; communicate verbally and in writing; participate in electronic communications; interact appropriately with patients, families, and staff; and respond to coworkers’ requests for assistance.
Participate in student education by orienting students, supporting and managing their learning experience, ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and HIPAA, providing regular constructive feedback, observing students, and adjusting supervision as appropriate.
Maintain patient-care environments, work areas, and equipment; keep equipment clean, stocked, and in safe working order; complete maintenance and cleaning according to department policy; and contact Biomedical Engineering or Facilities for repairs or routine maintenance.
Identify and contribute opportunities to improve services, patient care, productivity, costs, outcomes, and patient satisfaction; offer suggestions; assist with data collection and reports; contribute to annual goals; and pursue personal growth.
Prioritize multiple tasks and manage own schedule to support therapists’ direct patient care; report to work punctually and consistently; and remain visible and available to therapists.
When applicable, accurately interpret therapy assessment and treatment information and instructions between patients and staff; identify communication barriers; support other staff with interpreting and translation; translate departmental documents as needed; and interpret office policies and procedures.
Volunteer to work additional weekends or holidays.