Rehabilitation Technician
Rehabilitation Technician
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Job Description
The Rehabilitation Therapy Technician is a nonlicensed worker who is specifically trained under the direction of a(n) PT/OT/SLP. The Rehabilitation Therapy Technician performs designated routine tasks related to the operation of a Rehab Therapy service delegated by the PT/OT/SLP or may perform the setup of equipment or tasks as delegated by a(n) PTA/COTA or SLP. This individual may assist the Physical/Occupational/Speech Therapist or PTA/COTA with direct patient care as directed by the therapist. This individual will always function under the direct supervision of a licensed/certified PT/OT/SLP when involved with patient care and at no time shall this person interpret physicians referrals perform evaluative procedures initiate or adjust treatments or assume responsibility for planning patient care.
Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent required. Current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association American Red Cross. Ability to properly use telephone computer/keyboard and intercom. Wheelchairs Carts and Other Wheeled Transport Devices: Demonstrated knowledge of proper braking height adjustments and safety restraints for commonly used devices preferred. Prefer demonstrated knowledge of adaptive equipment switches controls dials belts straps restraints and fasteners encountered with therapeutic apparatus. Ambulation Devices: Ability to demonstrate the proper use of most crutches canes walkers and other ambulation devices preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of the operation of whirlpools walking tanks and full body tank patient lift devices and walking tank platform lift preferred. Must demonstrate knowledge of proper patient safety techniques in the use of this equipment. Current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association American Red Cross.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
