Rehab Tech 801 Location Physical Therapy Department Outpatient
Rehab Tech 801 Location Physical Therapy Department Outpatient
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Job Description
Overview
The Rehabilitation Technician will transfer and transport patients and provide patient care under direct supervision of a clinician within the policies and procedures of KKI and the departmental program and in accordance with Laws and Regulations of the State of Maryland. The Rehabilitation Technician will assist clinical staff in the provision of patient care programs and perform supportive tasks including those serving the administrative maintenance and operational needs of the program. The Rehabilitation Technician will be proficient in at least one area of concentration which is meaningful and of value to the department.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for overseeing one or more programmatic areas of concentration/responsibility.
- Prepares maintains and cleans patient treatment areas before & after treatment sessions. Adheres to KKI policies regarding patient & staff safety hygiene patient privacy and patientspecific and standard precautions.
- Assist in the practice of therapeutic exercise & functional activities programs under direct supervision of a PT OT or COTA as per Maryland state law.
- Demonstrate appropriate application and removal of electrodes and orthotic devices as well as technical proficiency of adaptive equipment and rehabilitation modalities. Informs clinicians of any adverse effects.
- Greet transport and assist patients with hygiene/dressing needs.
- Reminds and clarifies appointment schedules for patients in conjunction with clinicians treatment plans and care center scheduling. Provides general program overview and conducts tours of the clinic for new patients and families.
- Maintain program supplies including ordering inventory control labeling and storing supplies. Participate in maintenance organization care cleaning transport tracking scheduling and safe storage of equipment. Identify and correct/report quality control problems such as removal and coordination of repair of broken equipment or environmental hazards.
- Actively participate in meetings and committees including of tasks related to preparing for regulatory review and performance improvement projects. Attend staff and supervisory meetings and training sessions.
Qualifications
- Certification from an accredited institution in Rehabilitation Therapy Aide required.
- CPR certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- *Individual must demonstrate competence across all age groups due to the diversity of the children and families served by KKI.
- *Clinical care focus is on the neonate pediatric and adolescent populations as well as some adults with disabilities.
EDUCATION:
- High School Graduate/ GED required.
- AA/AS degree preferred.
- Enrollment in health occupation curriculum certification or academic program is preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of 1 year experience as a Rehabilitation Aide/Technician or comparable position.
- Experience working with or treating children or adults with developmental or acquired disabilities is preferred.
Benefits
Kennedy Krieger Institute offers excellent benefits including medical dental vision 401K with match tuition reimbursement student debt relief program free parking and child care subsidies! In addition we offer rich professional development opportunities.
We require full COVID vaccination or documentation of medical and/or religious exemption(s) approval for this job as we are ahealthcareinstitution committed to putting health and safety first for our patients students employees and the communities we serve.
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