Rehabilitation Aides

Description

 Rehabilitation Techs work under the direct supervision of a physical therapist, physical therapist  assistant, occupational therapist, or certified athletic trainer. They are responsible for preparing the  treatment area for each patient’s therapy session and for keeping the treatment area clean and  organized. They may also assist the patient in following an exercise regimen as dictated by the therapist or trainer. 

 Escort patients from the waiting area into the appropriate rehabilitation treatment area ? Clean and prepare the treatment area before and after each patient rehab session  ? Attend to clinic soiled laundry using appropriate precautions ? Assist with acquiring DME products as instructed by clinician ? Assist the rehab provider in tracking sets/repetitions/weights, and ensuring that the exercises  are performed in the manner instructed by the therapist/trainer ? Assist the rehab provider in documentation of the rehabilitation flow sheet, and/or transcribe  documentation in the chart as dictated by the rehab provider ? Assist the Rehab Manager in maintaining OSHA cleaning logs, and other logs as requested ? Interact in collaboration with a variety of professionals including physicians, nurses,  occupational therapists, physical therapists, and athletic trainers  ? Interact in collaboration with a variety of support staff including front desk personnel, preverifiers, and other rehab techs ? Assist the Rehab PSS with scheduling, pre-verifying, faxing/filing, check-in/out, and answering  phones as needed ? Attend required meetings and engage in the rehab culture ? Other duties as assigned 

Requirements

 EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE ? High School Graduate ? One year experience in a healthcare setting SKILLS/ABILITIES ? Maintains a professional manner while effectively working with others ? Knowledge of medical terminology ? Customer Service Skills ? Knowledge of computer systems and Microsoft Office programs ? Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in all written and oral communications, including email ? A self-starter with the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions  furnished in written, oral, or diagram form