Residential Rehab Tech/Traurig House/Per Diem
About The Position
Gaylord Specialty Healthcare is a health system dedicated exclusively to medical rehabilitation, providing inpatient and outpatient care for people throughout recovery. Its mission is to enhance health, maximize function, and transform lives, guided by the values of Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. The Residential Rehabilitation Technician assists Traurig House residents with functional physical and/or cognitive tasks needed to reintegrate into the community at the highest level possible. The role supports residents’ independence and helps them carry over skills learned in therapy in a home-like environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and six months to one year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be or become CPR and First Aid certified through the American Heart Association within three months of hire.
- Must be medication administration certified or obtain certification within six months of hire.
- Must have a current and valid Connecticut driver’s license to operate hospital vehicles.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, home management, physical mobility, and instrumental activities of daily living while promoting independence.
- Assist with meal planning, preparation, and food ordering.
- Administer medications; document medication administration and order medications from an outside vendor.
- Monitor vital signs and fluid and food intake as ordered.
- Ensure residents’ orders are followed, including laboratory orders, activity orders, and code status.
- Help residents carry over skills learned in therapy.
- Assist with community reintegration activities and tasks.
- Provide feedback to treating therapists about residents’ skills in a home-like environment.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment for residents during the assigned shift.
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
High school or GED
