Rehab Therapy Technician- Inpatient- Part Time

Mercyhealth•Janesville, WI

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist, the Rehab Therapy Technician performs specific tasks related to patient care and assists with the efficient operation of the department. The part-time schedule is Monday for 6 hours and Friday for 4 hours, on day shifts. Work is performed according to detailed and specific instructions. The position may require travel to multiple locations. The work environment is usually quiet. This is an OSHA Exposure Category B position, meaning some employees in the work environment have occupational exposure. The employee may access patient care information needed to perform their duties and works with partners, physicians, patients and families, visitors, and vendors.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
CPR certification before hire; a hands-on portion is required, and certain AHA Heartsaver or HeartCode courses do not meet Mercyhealth standards.
Pass the applicable Driver’s License Check and/or Credit Check for positions requiring them.
Pass the Wisconsin Caregiver Background Check and/or Illinois Health Care Workers Background Check.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

Under a therapist’s supervision, perform limited treatment modalities and exercise prescriptions.
Clean and prepare treatment areas routinely for patient care.
Order and distribute linen to patient care areas.
Sort mail and deliver supplies to appropriate areas.
Clean equipment daily, weekly, and monthly according to procedures.
Order stock and special requisition items to maintain appropriate par levels.
Report equipment malfunctions and facilitate repairs.
Assist with clerical duties, including charge reconciliation.
Maintain equipment in proper working order.
Stock equipment appropriately among patient treatment areas.
Order equipment for patients as needed.
Facilitate therapy schedules for designated patients.
Identify patient concerns and address them with involvement from the supervising therapist.