Rehabilitation Technician 1
About The Position
The Rehabilitation Technician-1 assists each discipline in rehabilitation (physical therapy, occupational therapy, recreational therapy, speech pathology) in performing specific tasks as assigned to promote a smooth and efficient operation. Assists patients and maintains a clean, safe, and well-functioning rehabilitation environment. Ensures therapy areas and equipment meet hospital standards for safety and readiness while providing hands-on support to therapy staff during patient’s treatment. Services may be provided for Inpatient and Outpatient Rehabilitation service departments. Requires job flexibility with excellent communication skills. Performs other duties as needed.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Ability to manipulate wheelchair pieces
- Ability to repair minor problems with equipment
- Ability to communicate in person with patients, family, staff and visitors
- Ability to work with a team
- Recognizes safety problems and make the appropriate correction
- Able to read; write legibly; speak in English with professional quality
- Ability to use computer and software programs necessary to the position
- Ability to troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment
- Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others
- Ability to be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies
- Ability to work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure
- Ability to lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate
- Ability to accept direction
- Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone
- Ability to think critically
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to perform basic math functions
- Ability to manage multiple assignments effectively
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Ability to problem solve
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload
- Ability to recall information with accuracy
- Ability to pay close attention to detail
- Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care
- Ability to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone
- Ability to identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care
- Ability to see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position
- Ability to discern temperature variances through touch
Nice To Haves
- Currently enrolled into a program offered in the School of Allied Health Professionals (i.e., Physical Therapy (PT), Occupational Therapy (OT) or Nursing)
- Minimum one year of recent health care experience in rehabilitation nursing or a therapy service (i.e. PT, OT, Speech Pathology, Recreational Therapy)
- Speak in Spanish
Responsibilities
- Assists each discipline in rehabilitation in performing specific tasks as assigned
- Assists patients
- Maintains a clean, safe, and well-functioning rehabilitation environment
- Ensures therapy areas and equipment meet hospital standards for safety and readiness
- Provides hands-on support to therapy staff during patient’s treatment
- Performs other duties as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
