Rehabilitation Technician — The Jewish Hospital
About The Position
The Rehabilitation Technician assists therapists and/or therapy assistants as assigned. Primary duties include routine cleaning, quality control checks, room set-up, inventory ordering, preparing patients and equipment for treatment, assistance with patient care, and related documentation. Rehabilitation Technician – The Jewish Hospital Essential Functions: Communicates with patients, visitors and all other customers in accordance with organization guidelines. Communicates with therapists and/or therapy assistants, as well as other team members, regarding patient care. Performs routine functions in patient care databases and systems, including electronic medical records. Assists therapists and assistants with patient care as needed. Maintains adequate department supplies within budget as directed by leadership. Performs cleaning and quality control checks, temperatures checks, whirlpool cultures, and other items as delegated by leadership. Completes record keeping and other tasks assigned by leadership. Assists with transportation of patients according to therapist's instructions, as needed, using proper technique and equipment.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or General Educational Diploma (GED)
- BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH)
- Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong time management skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills are needed to ensure the efficient running of the Department.
- Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of all work related and sensitive information.
- Ability to work well with all levels of patients, the public and other health care professionals.
Responsibilities
- Communicates with patients, visitors and all other customers in accordance with organization guidelines.
- Communicates with therapists and/or therapy assistants, as well as other team members, regarding patient care.
- Performs routine functions in patient care databases and systems, including electronic medical records.
- Assists therapists and assistants with patient care as needed.
- Maintains adequate department supplies within budget as directed by leadership.
- Performs cleaning and quality control checks, temperatures checks, whirlpool cultures, and other items as delegated by leadership.
- Completes record keeping and other tasks assigned by leadership.
- Assists with transportation of patients according to therapist's instructions, as needed, using proper technique and equipment.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
