Rehab Technician

Yale New Haven Health • Shelton, CT

5d

About The Position

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

At Bridgeport Hospital, we are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient's specific needs. We strive to achieve benchmarks as a Patient Centered Medical Home and provide health care in a setting where patients are at the center of their care team. All employees of Bridgeport Hospital are part of the patients care team and contribute to the team approach of promoting access, continuous, comprehensive care and work to provide quality improvement in the care provided to their patients.

Assists in the provision of rehabilitative services under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous work experience as an aide and/or other health care experience preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Ability to work independently Good interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience in healthcare is preferred.
• Candidate should be motivated, self directed and have strong time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Under supervisor and as directed by lcensed therapists, carries out treatment techniques.
• Assists patients in ambulation, transfers, mobility activities, ADL's, exercise programs, functional cognitive/communication and leisure activities utilizing appropriate techniques.
• Communications daily with licensed therapists regarding patient treatment plans.
• Receives treatment plans from a licensed therapist for each treatment assigned.
• Performs routine duties as assigned.
• Ensures treatment areas are sanitary and tidy according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Attends job related training events.
• Attends inservices and meetings as directed by supervisor.
• Demonstrates flexibility with work assignments.
• Provides weekday and weekend coverage for rehab continuum in accordance with schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees