Rehabilitation Technician

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS)•Fort Myers, FL

2d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Technician provides assistance to the therapy department under the supervision of a Therapist. Assigned duties support the quality of resident care and Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Language Pathology services. The position is based at Preserve Rehab & Living Center in Fort Myers, Florida, and is scheduled for 35–40 hours per week, Thursday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Pay is $20.00–$23.00 per hour, based on years of experience. The Preserve Rehab & Living Center is part of The Preserve Assisted Living Campus. It provides assisted living, memory support, skilled nursing, and skilled rehabilitation services in a person-centered care environment. The role requires compliance with Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening process.

Requirements

Communicate effectively in writing and verbally, including speaking the primary language of residents.
Read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, governmental regulations, physician orders, reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, physicians, residents, and the general public.
Calculate figures and amounts such as dosages, fluid intake and output, measurements, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Apply basic algebra and geometry concepts as needed in delivering medical services.
Solve practical problems involving concrete variables and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions.
Use Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, as well as email and the Internet.
Use computers and other electronic devices for timekeeping, in-service training, and documentation.
Demonstrate an interest in working with a senior population.
Interact with guests, residents, and staff in a courteous and friendly manner; respond promptly to resident and visitor needs.
Support organizational goals and values, balance team and individual responsibilities, and demonstrate confidence and motivation when working with others.
Comply with Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening process.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day support services to the Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, and/or Speech Language Pathologist.
Prepare residents for treatment and transport them to treatment areas.
Assist with resident care under a Therapist’s supervision.
Clean work areas and equipment after treatments as directed.
Complete clerical tasks assigned by the Director of Therapy Services and/or Therapists.
Promote resident safety by observing infection-control practices, following community guidelines, and reporting unsafe situations to the Director of Therapy Services or a Therapist.
Use equipment safely and only after receiving orientation; notify a supervisor of educational needs.
Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
Participate in required in-service programs and identify learning needs to a supervisor.
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as necessary.