Therapy Tech 1

Baylor Scott & White Health • Waco, TX

25d

About The Position

The Therapy Technician 1 assists patients, prepares the treatment area and administers treatment as directed by the supervising clinician.

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• Less than 1 Year of Experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days or hire or transfer

Responsibilities

• Prepares and sanitizes treatment rooms for patient care. Follows cleaning practices for equipment and surfaces. Performs maintenance checks on department equipment. Escorts patients to the treatment area for treatment.
• Assists with therapy treatment under a supervising clinician's direction. Guides and monitors patients during exercise programs.
• Assists with patient mobility, including bed mobility, transfers, and gait. Utilizes modalities correctly and answers patient questions about their use.
• Adheres to safety practices with patient guarding. Drapes the patient appropriately to preserve decorum. Assists with personal care and hygiene of patients as needed.
• Performs activities of Daily Living (ADL) observation and assistance during patient care.
• Assists with splint fabrication.
• Assists with wound care to include set up of supplies and assisting with patient positioning.
• Communicates issues about patient performance or status changes to the accountable clinician. Refers patient to the clinician for communication outside the scope of care.
• Runs and/or assists with group treatment. Monitors and orders supplies according to departmental guidelines.
• Performs administrative duties such as verifying patient charges, patient scheduling, filing, or faxing.
• Drives vehicles transporting patients in select locations. Staff members operating a hospital-owned vehicle must meet all applicable driving policies.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

What This Job Offers

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