Rehabilitation Technician - Inpatient

We are recruiting for a motivated Rehabilitation Technician - Inpatient to join our team!

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Department

Physical Therapy

Job Summary

Under close supervision, assists the therapist by performing tasks under the directions and supervision of the primary therapist (Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, or Speech Language Pathologist).

Provides patient supervision during therapeutic activities. Cleans and prepares treatment areas. Assists in the efficient, safe and high-quality operation of Rehabilitation Services.

Essential Functions :

• Implements therapy programs established by primary therapist (Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, or Speech Language Pathalogist). (10%)
• Assists therapy staff in assigned patient care tasks (10%)
• Monitors and guides patients in assigned patient care activities. (10%)
• Assists in supplies ordering and inventory management. (10%)
• Monitors work areas for safety considerations. (10%)
• Assists in the patient scheduling process. (10%)
• Prepares and maintains required patient, department and / or agency records and reports. (10%)
• Assumes primary responsibility for the maintaining a clean, orderly and safe treatment environment. (5%)
• Cleans, maintains and repairs equipment. (5%)
• Identifies safety concerns and communicates and / or documents need for repair / maintenance. (5%)
• Assists in orientation / training of new employees, students, hospital staff as assigned. (5%)
• Completes designated hospital, departmental, and unit competencies. (5%)
• Executes and monitors assigned patient care activities under the close supervision of the primary therapist. (5%)

Education :

High School Diploma or GED required

Work Experience :

Less than 1 year Experience in health care field required

Licenses :

BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS / CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Knowledge of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy practices.
• Knowledge of patient safety practices.
• Ability to execute and monitor assigned patient care activities. Skill in setting up and operating therapeutic modalities and equipment.
• Ability to receive supervision and direction from supervisory staff.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the health care team.
• Ability to provide high quality customer service.
• Ability to communicate courteously and effectively.
• Conducts all patient care activities with respect for the patient privacy and rights.
• Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and incorporates into service delivery and communication practices.
• Proficiency with Outlook Suite, EPIC electronic medical records.

Shift

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$ - $ / hr

Benefits

Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to , and generous medical plans

Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

Tuition reimbursement & assistance

Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF programÂ

National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

Our Values

Respect

Belonging

Accountability

Transparency

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Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.