Therapy Technician - PRN, Variable Hours

#REF! • Dallas, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Therapy Technician - PRN, Variable Hours position at Texas Health Dallas is part of the Rehabilitation Center, a CARF accredited 44-bed unit with Stroke and Amputee Program certifications. This unit is recognized as a top rehabilitation hospital by U.S. News and focuses on exceptional patient care, individualized treatment, and patient outcomes. The role involves assisting therapists in patient preparation, treatment, and mobility training within an inpatient rehabilitation setting.

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent Required
• BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support (prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly) Required
• Ability to communicate and respond verbally and in writing to or for patients, family members and staff members

Nice To Haves

• 1 Year of Rehab/Therapy Technician experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for treatment using appropriate draping and positioning
• Transports patients to and from treatments using good body mechanics and stretcher/wheelchair safety
• Prepares, cleans and organizes whirlpools, wound care supplies and pulse lavage treatments using universal precautions and correct technique
• Assists with functional mobility training, gait training, exercise programs and ADL training as specified by therapist
• Assists therapist in set-up of all equipment necessary to perform assessments and treatments
• Communicates changes in patients condition to therapist and nursing staff
• Assist with use of modalities including ultrasound, e-stim, paraffin, fluid therapy, heat and cold

Benefits

• 401k
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED