Hope Network·East Grand Rapids, Michigan
The technician will provide essential personal and medical care support, including assisting with bathing, dressing, medication management, and basic wound care, while fostering a positive, therapeutic atmosphere for patients recovering from brain or spinal cord injuries. Key duties also involve facilitating prescribed physical and occupational therapy exercises and accurately documenting patient progress and participation.
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Hope Network’s Neurological Rehabilitation department provides a supportive residential setting for patients recovering from brain or spinal cord injuries, enabling them to focus on their recovery goals. In this vital role, you will play a key part in our clients' journeys by fostering a positive, therapeutic atmosphere through person-centered care. Your work will promote independence, self-confidence, and engagement in meaningful activities.
You will also assist with essential medical tasks, including monitoring vital signs, aiding mobility exercises, and ensuring accurate documentation of patient progress. Your contributions will be crucial in creating a nurturing environment that encourages healing and growth.
We value strong communication, initiative, integrity, and positive role modeling. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and thrive in a collaborative culture, we encourage you to apply!
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Assist with bathing, dressing, and toileting while respecting clients' privacy. Attending to mealtime, ensuring dietary guidelines are adhered to.
Medical
Care
Support: Help clients manage medications and provide basic wound, catheter, and colostomy bag care. All training is provided!
Therapeutic
Activities: Facilitate physical therapy and occupational therapy exercises from therapists and transport clients to medical appointments.
Monitoring and
Support: Observe and document clients’ participation and progress during activities. Work closely with rehabilitation therapists and other team members to integrate life enrichment activities into individualized treatment plans.
Emotional
Support: Offer companionship and encouragement to help clients during recovery. Building a trusting relationship can significantly impact clients' morale and motivation, fostering a positive environment that supports their healing journey.
Promote
Independence: Encourage clients to make progress in their self-care abilities! Provide a safe environment and appropriate resources that foster growth and development tailored to their current level of capability.
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED, with prior healthcare experience being preferred but not mandatory for this entry-level role. Applicants must also be able to lift 50 pounds, commit to scheduled shifts including 3rd shift and every other weekend, and obtain CPR/First Aid certification.
Market context
Physician openings in Michigan are often driven by ongoing demand for experienced clinicians in hospital and specialty settings, especially where pediatric and acute care expertise is needed. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for advanced training, relevant clinical experience, and comfort working in high-acuity environments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit, then compare your pediatric anesthesiology and acute care background against the listed expectations before applying.