Rehab Tech

Position Summary: Under the direction of the rehabilitation director and therapy staff, assists the therapists and therapist assistants in a non-clinical capacity in regards to the productive operation of a therapy department.  The Rehabilitation Transporter/Aide must demonstrate competency in skills and techniques, as taught by the Rehabilitation Department necessary to assist therapy staff in their day to day responsibilities.

Qualifications: The Rehabilitation Transporter/Aide must hold a high school diploma or the equivalent.  Strong organizational skills and clerical and clinical experience is preferred.

 Duties and Responsibilities: Every effort has been made to keep your job description as complete as possible.  However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.

·         Assist unit staff with transfer of residents/patients as necessary.

·         Transports residents and patients to/from therapy treatment areas.

·         Monitors residents and patients during exercise routines.

·         Assists with set-up/clean-up of treatment areas.

·         Assists with the cleaning and distribution of wheelchairs.

·         Maintain equipment and make minor repairs.

·         Assists with clerical duties (i.e. copying, faxing, filing, answering phones, etc.).

·         Keeps work area neat and orderly.

·         Maintains residents' and patients' safety during transport and while assisting in treatment area.

·         Responds well to instructions and guidance, finds solutions to work related problems, and completes assignments independently, not requiring constant supervision.

·         Attends and participates in required and MANDATORY in-service educational programs, on the job training programs, etc. as directed and/or scheduled.

·         Answer phone, fax, email/distribute rehab information to other disciplines as directed.

·         Coping and filing of therapy documents.

·         Monitoring therapy supply levels and equipment utilization.

·         Fax/Email equipment orders for patients returning home. May be done via Parachute or other electronic method.

·         Monitoring and coordinating equipment maintenance.

·         Performs other related duties as assigned.

Team Dynamics:

·         Effectively communicates with staff to accomplish goals and objectives.

·         Creates a work atmosphere that promotes cooperation, respect, flexibility and teamwork amongst peers and staff.

Safety and Sanitation:

·         Follow all established safety procedures and precautions when operating equipment.

·         Report equipment malfunctions or breakdowns to the rehab director as soon as possible.

·         Report all unsafe/hazardous conditions to the rehab director immediately.

Customer Service:

·         Maintains an adequate liaison with families, residents and patients.

·         Demonstrates awareness, respect and concern for internal customers (coworkers) and external customers (i.e. patients, residents, families, physicians, referral sources)

Residents' Rights:

·         Maintains CONFIDENTIALITY of all resident care information to assure resident rights are protected.

·         Assures that the resident's rights to fair and equitable treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property and civil rights, including the right to wage complaints, are followed.

Attendance:

·         Observes rules, policies and regulations with regard to attendance, punctuality, appearance and professional attitude as established by the facility.

·         Due to the nature of the industry, many of our programs offer seven (7) day a week services. Accordingly, you may be asked to work weekends as part of your scheduled workweek

 Miscellaneous:

·         Conforms to the HIPAA Compliance Program and applicable facility policies for patient privacy.

·         Conforms to the facility’s policies and procedures.

Physical:

·         Must have the ability to follow instructions as to the plan of care for each resident assigned.

·         Must have good mental and physical health, sound judgment and high moral standards.

·         Must be able to climb stairs, bend, maneuver equipment, push wheelchairs and small carts.

·         Must be able to verbally communicate with staff and residents; visually assess residents’ needs and problems; read and write.

·         Must have sincere desire to work with the aged and those with limited capacity for self care.

·         Must have the ability to deal with residents with compassion and patience.

·         Must demonstrate decision-making skills relative to resident care and safety.

·         Must be able to follow instructions from the Rehabilitation Department

·         Must be able to document clearly and concisely on required forms.

Emotional:

·         Must have the willingness to work with severely physically, emotionally and cognitively compromised residents and patients.

·         Must be able to take direction from registered therapist and other team members to promote patient treatment and safety.

·         Must be willing to work in an environment with risk of personal injury, exposure to infectious waste/materials, infectious diseases, and odors.

·         Must be able to cope with the emotional stress associated with working with patients, families and coworkers.

·         Must be able to work independently with periodic (daily or less) support and direction.

Cognitive:

·         Must be alert and attentive to patients and work environment throughout day.

·         Must be able to shift attention and task performance based on patient and facility requirements.

·         Must be able to work in a distractible and stimulating environment.

·         Must be able to read, understand, and comply with all facility based policy procedures.

·         Must have effective verbal and written communication skills.

 Sensory:

·         Must have visual, hearing and sensory skills adequate to preserve patient and personal safety. 

Salary : $15 - $18