Rehab Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; required knowledge of reading, writing, mathematics, and computer skills normally acquired through high school completion or equivalent.
• Experience as a CNA, LPN, or EMT.
• Interpersonal skills to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and clearly convey ideas and concepts to people at all levels.
• Competency in Microsoft Windows; employees may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.
• BLS certification through AHA within one month of hire or transfer.
• Must hold an internal MyMichigan Health Patient Care Technician certification; a current Michigan CNA registry document; Michigan EMT certification and licensure; completion of an accredited LPN program and Michigan licensure; one semester of nursing clinical education from an accredited RN program; or a qualifying Medical Assistant credential (RMA through AMT, CMA through AAMA, CCMA, or equivalent).
• Fingerprinting is required.
• TEAM Advanced certification within six months of hire or transfer; employees in the position on or before 12/31/2023 have 24 months to complete it.
• Complete 4S/Psych education/orientation within 90 days of hire.
• Complete dysphagia, transfer, and FIM training within 30 days of hire or transfer and annually thereafter.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment, including latex materials or an appropriate substitute if required.
• Able to move freely about the facility with or without an assistive device and perform the job’s functions; overall vision and hearing are necessary, with or without assistive devices.
• Able to sit, stand, or walk for long periods and make frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching.
• Follow bloodborne-pathogen and TB-testing requirements; some exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials occurs.
• Able to handle multiple tasks, work independently, get along with others, maintain regular and predictable attendance, and stay awake.
• Requires dexterity for handling, reaching, grasping, fingering, and feeling, potentially on a regular to frequent basis.
• Physical demand level is medium: occasionally lift or carry 21–50 lbs.; frequently handle 20 lbs. and/or walk, stand, or push/pull arm or leg controls; constantly handle 10 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Under the nurse’s direction, prioritize and organize care for assigned patients and perform basic nurse’s aide skills according to orientation, competencies, policies, and procedures.
• Document treatments and pertinent observations in patient charts and report completed tasks to the team.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly unit.
• Support the mission, goals, policies, and standards of nursing and implement hospital and unit policies and work rules.
• Provide for the age-specific needs of the population served according to department standards and policies/procedures.
• Follow procedures during hospital emergency situations and provide and ensure a safe and secure patient environment.
• Demonstrate professionalism and courtesy and provide excellent customer service.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.