Rehab Therapy Tech
About The Position
The Rehabilitation Therapy Technician 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 performance of tasks delegated and supervised by rehabilitation therapists. The technician helps support patient safety and patient-centered treatment. The technician supports therapists and nurses, sets up equipment, helps maintain a safe working environment, and assists patients with personal care and mobility. The position also supports daily therapy department operations, prepares and transports patients, communicates patient observations and concerns to therapists, and assists with rehabilitation technology applications and modalities as delegated. The role requires completing assigned training and annual skills competencies, as well as mandatory courses by their due dates.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- BLS (CPR) certification required, or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, caregivers, coworkers, supervisors, and rehabilitation therapists.
- Competency in assisting with delegated rehabilitation treatment and patient care.
- Ability to perform delegated tasks under the supervision of rehabilitation therapists.
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 observations and outcomes of patient care activities to rehabilitation therapists, including patient performance, condition, and participation.
- Promote patient safety by responding to patients and caregivers and providing assistance, care, and comfort under therapist supervision.
- Seek therapist guidance when patient needs exceed the technician’s position or skill level, or when assistance is needed.
- Communicate patient concerns and changes in condition to rehabilitation therapists.
- Refer requests from physicians, case managers, patients, visitors, or caregivers concerning patient condition, diagnosis, prognosis, progress, plan of care, or discharge plan to the appropriate therapist.
- Suggest processes for improvement and maintain awareness of patient satisfaction and safety data.
- Understand how departmental performance affects overall hospital financials.
- Make recommendations to the supervisor regarding 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 training, and perform essential functions.
- Complete assigned training and annual skills competency, including applicable training related to specialized equipment, high-risk or low-volume procedures, waived testing, restraints, 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.
- Supportive, inclusive, and caring work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
