Therapy Technician I - PRN Dallas

Texas Scottish Rite for Children • Dallas, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Our patients are our number one priority! We're committed to giving children back their childhood! This position involves participating in and overseeing non-clinical supportive activities related to the administration of routine therapeutic treatments. These activities are delegated by and supervised by a Physical Therapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), or Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), who retains responsibility for patient care and supervision of support personnel. The role includes implementing therapy programs, communicating patient responses to supervisors, encouraging home treatment regimens, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and promoting the center's structure, culture, and philosophy. Additionally, the position requires effective communication skills, daily cleaning and infection control, and assistance with inventory management and supply restocking.

Requirements

• High School education or equivalent
• Certification in CPR

Nice To Haves

• Experience in working with children with disabilities or a therapy setting is preferred

Responsibilities

• Participate in and oversee the performance of non-clinical supportive activities involving the administration of routine therapeutic treatments delegated by and supervised by a Physical Therapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), or Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), whom retains responsibility for caring for the patient and directing and supervising the support personnel
• Implement physical or occupational therapy programs established by the PT, OT, or PTA
• Communicate with supervising PT, OT, and/or PTA, the response of patients/families; encourage patients/families to follow treatment regimens at home
• Obtain data related to the interventions provided
• Ensure patient/family safety and comfort
• Promote the structure, culture, and philosophy of Scottish Rite for Children Sports Medicine Center
• Demonstrate effective skills for verbal and written communication with physicians, patients of all ages and their families, hospital staff members, and other community-at-large professionals
• Responsible for daily cleaning tasks and infection control processes, such as disinfecting equipment and work areas that come in direct contact with patient and neatly organizing and preparing facility for next operational business day
• Assist in inventory management, as well as requesting and restocking supplies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees