Rehab Therapy Tech - Hiring Event 11/10

Encompass Health • Cookeville, TN

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About The Position

The Rehabilitation Therapy Technician I assists rehabilitation therapists with rehabilitation treatment and patient care in accordance with hospital, state, professional, and federal regulations and guidelines. The role requires effective communication with patients, families, caregivers, coworkers, and supervisors; competency in assisting with delegated rehabilitation treatment and patient care; and performing tasks delegated and supervised by rehabilitation therapists. The technician supports patient safety and patient-centered treatment while helping the hospital fulfill its mission.

The technician supports therapists and nurses, sets up equipment, helps maintain a safe working environment, and contributes to daily therapy department processes and operations. The role includes assisting patients with personal activities, preparing and transporting patients, reporting observations and concerns to therapists, and helping with rehabilitation technology applications and modalities as delegated. The position is based around a hiring event at Holiday Inn Cookeville in Cookeville, Tennessee, on Tuesday, November 10, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; walk-ins are welcome, and qualified applicants may be scheduled for an interview during the event.

Requirements

• BLS (CPR) certification is required, or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a hospital environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support daily therapy department processes and operations.
• Assist patients with daily personal activities, including dressing, grooming, bathing, eating, toileting, and mobility, as delegated by rehabilitation therapists.
• Prepare and transport patients according to the patient schedule.
• Assist therapists with daily care and patient therapy as delegated.
• Communicate outcomes and observations from patient care activities to rehabilitation therapists.
• Report patient performance, condition, and participation during care activities.
• Promote patient safety by responding to patients and caregivers.
• Provide assistance, care, and comfort under the supervision of rehabilitation therapists.
• Seek therapist assistance when a patient's needs exceed the technician's position or skill level, or when guidance is needed.
• Communicate patient concerns and changes in condition to rehabilitation therapists.
• Refer requests from physicians, case managers, patients, visitors, or caregivers to therapists, including requests for information about patient condition, diagnosis, prognosis, progress, plan of care, or discharge plan.
• Suggest processes for improvement and remain aware of patient satisfaction and safety data.
• Understand how department performance affects overall hospital financials and make recommendations to a supervisor about departmental equipment needs.
• Assist with rehabilitation technology applications and modalities as delegated.
• Organize, plan, and manage time effectively to complete assignments.
• Meet position requirements, complete required training, and perform essential functions.
• Complete assigned training and annual skills competency as determined by the hospital, including applicable training related to specialized or high-risk procedures and emergency response techniques.
• Complete mandatory training and courses by their required completion dates.
• Immediately report questionable situations, concerns, complaints, or harassment.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Paid time off that accrues over time.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities.
• Company-matching 401(k).
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED