Rehabilitation Technician, PRN

Lifepoint Health • Dallas, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Methodist Rehabilitation Hospital, operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Methodist Health System, is dedicated to prioritizing employee well-being to ensure exceptional patient care. As a Rehabilitation Technician, you will contribute to providing superior patient care that exceeds industry standards and patient expectations. The hospital is a 50-bed inpatient rehabilitation facility in Dallas, TX, recognized by Newsweek as the #1 Rehabilitation Hospital in Texas. It is accredited by The Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality and CARF-accredited for its Comprehensive Integrated Inpatient Rehabilitation Program and Stroke Specialty Program.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• CPR certification required
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Ability to follow directions
• Patient transport and safe lifting techniques (up to 50 lbs)
• Observation and basic documentation
• Reliability, teamwork and time management.

Nice To Haves

• 6-12 months of relevant experience in a rehabilitation setting strongly recommended; willing to participate in on-the job training after orientation.

Responsibilities

• Follow patient care tasks as determined by the OTR/RPT/SLP to help patients achieve therapy goals.
• Safely transport patients to and from therapy and other activities.
• Communicate clearly (verbally and in writing) with members of the rehabilitation team.
• Observe and recognize patient reactions to treatment; follow instructions accurately.
• Lift and carry equipment, supplies, and materials up to 50 lbs on a regular basis; use proper body mechanics.
• Maintains cleanliness and readiness of therapy areas, equipment and supplies.
• Adheres to safety, infection prevention and patient privacy standards
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees