Therapy Tech (Physical and Occupational Therapy)

Breckinridge Health•Hardinsburg, KY

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The therapy technician is a non-licensed worker who, upon hire, will complete an on-the-job training program consisting of assisting the Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist, and Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant with patient care programs, education, and research. Performs assigned tasks in areas of department maintenance, patient transportation, clerical procedures and predetermined patient related activities.

Requirements

High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
BLS Certification

Responsibilities

Assisting the Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist, and Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant with patient care programs, education, and research.
Performing assigned tasks in areas of department maintenance, patient transportation, clerical procedures and predetermined patient related activities.
Demonstrating ability to use problem solving techniques to arrive at sound and practical solutions.
Participating in pertinent seminars, educational offerings, and department meetings.
Having the knowledge and technical skill to provide appropriate care to customers of appropriate age groups when assisting therapists.
Recognizing and reporting problems promptly through proper channels.
Recognizing and responding with appropriate measures to unusual/unstable conditions.
Establishing and maintaining cooperative relationships with staff, peers, supervisors, and patients.
Displaying cooperative attitude when schedules are changed to meet needs of department and organization.
Being receptive to changing situations and work assignments.
Demonstrating ability to anticipate needs and take effective action; to be resourceful and show initiative.