Supports physical, occupational, and speech therapists by preparing equipment and assisting with patient treatment sessions. Responsible for transporting patients safely within the facility and maintaining the cleanliness of therapy areas.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and the physical ability to assist with patient transfers and lift up to 60 lbs. Prior experience as a Rehab Tech or in a similar healthcare support role is preferred.
high schoolOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal CommunicationSchedulingPatient CareEquipment MaintenanceCompassionate CareClinical DocumentationPatient PositioningPatient TransportTherapeutic Exercise Support
Job description
Overview
The Rehab Tech at Riverside Healthcare plays a vital role in supporting physical, occupational, and speech therapists in delivering high-quality care to patients.
The position is responsible for assisting with the daily operations of the rehabilitation department, ensuring equipment is prepared, helping with patient transport, and assisting therapists during treatment sessions.
The Rehab Tech is an integral part of the rehabilitation team, ensuring patient comfort and contributing to the efficient operation of the rehab facility.
Essential Duties Assist therapists with patient treatment sessions by preparing equipment, monitoring patient progress, and providing hands-on support as directed.
Transport patients to and from therapy sessions within the facility, ensuring safety and timeliness.
Prepare and maintain the cleanliness and organization of therapy equipment and treatment areas.
Support therapists in implementing therapeutic exercises, activities, and modalities as directed by the licensed therapy staff.
Communicate with therapists and nursing staff to ensure the smooth coordination of patient care.
Maintain accurate documentation of patient activity and equipment use in accordance with departmental protocols.
Provide basic patient care, such as positioning, assisting with mobility, and offering comfort measures during therapy sessions.
Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.
Participate in care team meetings, case conferences, and continuing education to stay current with best practices in occupational therapy and home health care.
Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filing paperwork as needed.
Non-essential Duties Assist with inventory management by restocking supplies and reporting equipment needs.
Responsibilities
Preferred Experience Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and staff members.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Physical ability to assist with patient transfers and to move equipment as necessary.
A commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
Prior experience as a Rehab Tech or in a similar healthcare support role preferred.
Required Licensure/Education High school diploma or equivalent.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent.
Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Our Commitment to You: Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and nationally rated employee well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more so your journey at and away from work is remarkable.
Our Total Rewards package includes: Compensation Base compensation within the positions pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits
.5 to 1.0 FTE Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program
Benefits
.001 to .49 FTE: Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work Employee Health Requirements Exposure/Sensory Requirements: Exposure to: Chemicals: Clorazene, Virex, Germicidal wipes, Liquid paper. Video Display Terminals: Average Blood and Body Fluids:Overall, there is a minimal risk of exposure to blood and body fluid. Potential risk would be in the event of patient incontinence and open wounds treated in hydrotherapy. There is also some potential for risk in equipment failure such as a catheter or IV breaking. TB or Airborne Pathogens: Minimal. Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch): Speech: Needed for communication with patients and staff.
Vision
Needed for reading and patient observation.
Smell
N/A
Hearing: Needed for patient communication.
Touch
needed for manipulation of equipment. Activity/Lifting Requirements Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:
Sit: 5%
Twist: 5%
Stand: 35%
Crawl: 0%
Walk: 35%
Kneel: 2%
Lift: 10%
Drive: 0%
Squat: 5%
Climb: 0%
Bend: 5%
Reach above shoulders: 1% The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:
Up to 10 lbs:
Frequently
Up to 20 lbs:
Frequently
Up to 35 lbs:
Frequently
Up to 60 lbs:
Occasionally
Up to 75 lbs:
Not
Required
Up to 100 lbs:
Not
Required
Over 100 lbs: Not Required Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example: the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.): Demonstration of proper body mechanics for lift/carry Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity:
Sit: 60
Twist: 5
Stand: 60
Crawl: 0
Walk: 45
Kneel: 5
Lift: 10
Drive: 15
Squat: 5
Climb: 5
Bend: 5
Reach above shoulders: 5
Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated): Simple grasp up to 15 lbs.
Normal weight: 15# occasional
Pushing &pulling
Normal weight: 50-200# occasional
Fine
Manipulation: Manipulation of equipment controls. Pushing wheelchairs.
Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control: Bed lock and cardiac chair at least 50lbs of pressure. Environmental
Factors &
Special
Hazards
Environmental
Factors (Time
Spent):
Inside hours: 8
Outside hours : 0
Temperature:
Normal
Range
Lighting:
Average
Noise levels:
Average
Humidity:
Normal
Range
Atmosphere:
Special
Hazards:
Mechanical,
Electrical,
Chemical: General use of exercise equipment and computers, modalities. Chemical additives for whirlpools, disinfectants.
Protective
Clothing
Required: Gown, gloves or mask if there is potential contact with blood or body fluid.
