Rehab Therapy Tech

Rehabilitation Therapy Technician I Career Opportunity

The Rehabilitation Therapy Technician I assists rehabilitation therapists with rehabilitation treatment and patient care according to hospital, state, professional and federal regulations and guidelines. In addition, the position requires effective communication skills for working with patients, families, and caregivers; requires competency in assisting with delegated rehabilitation treatment and patient care; performs tasks as delegated by and supervised by rehabilitation therapists; and maintains open and an on-going communication with coworkers and supervisors. The Rehabilitation Therapy Technician I supports an environment and culture that enables the hospital to fulfill its mission by helping to provide patient safety and patient-centered treatment.

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Responsibilities

• Supports daily therapy department processes and operations.
• Assists patients with daily personal activities. Supports tasks such as dressing, grooming, bathing, eating, toileting, and mobility as delegated by rehabilitation therapists.
• Prepares and transports patients according to the patient schedule.
• Assists therapists with daily care and patient therapy as delegated.
• Communicates to rehab therapists on outcomes/observations of patient care activities. Reports on patient performance, condition, and participation during care activities.
• Enhances patient safety through responsiveness to patients and caregivers. Provides assistance, care, and comfort under the supervision of rehabilitation therapists.
• Asks for therapist assistance when patient needs exceed tech's position and skill level. Assesses whether patient’s need for information or intervention is beyond the scope one’s own position and skill level. Determines whether guidance and assistance is needed from rehabilitation therapists.
• Communicates patient concerns and/or change in condition to rehabilitation therapists.
• Defers physician, case manager, patient, visitor, or caregiver requests to therapists. Relays request for information on patient condition, diagnosis, prognosis, progress, plan of care, or discharge plan to the appropriate therapist.
• Suggests processes for improvement.
• Maintains awareness of patient satisfaction and safety data.
• Knows how specific department performance impacts the overall hospital financials.
• Makes recommendations to supervisor on departmental equipment needs.
• Assists with rehabilitation technology applications and modalities as delegated.
• Organizes, plans, and manages time effectively to complete assignments.
• Meets position requirements, including training, and performs essential functions.
• Successfully completes all assigned training and annual skills competency as determined by the hospital based on new responsibilities, specialized equipment, high risk/problem-prone/or low volume procedures including but not limited to waived testing as applicable, application of restraints, and emergency response techniques.
• Completes mandatory training and courses required by completion date.
• Reports questionable situations, concerns, complaints or harassment immediately.

Minimum Qualifications

• BLS (CPR) required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire within this role.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in hospital environment preferred.

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We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing! At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.