JOB SUMMARY

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The Therapy Technician 1 assists patients, prepares the treatment area and administers treatment as directed by the supervising clinician.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

\n\nPrepares and sanitizes treatment rooms for patient care. Follows cleaning practices for equipment and treatment surfaces along with performing preventable maintenance checks on department equipment. Escorts patients to the treatment area in preparation for treatment.\nAssists with the provisions of therapy treatment, under the direction of a supervising clinician. Guides and monitors patients during exercise programs.\nAssists with patient mobility to include bed mobility, transfers and gait. Utilizes modalities correctly and answers patient questions regarding use of modalities.\nAdheres to safety practices with patient guarding. Drapes the patient appropriately to preserve patient decorum. Assists with personal care and hygiene of patients as needed.\nPerforms activities of Daily Living (ADL) observation and assistance during patient care.\nAssists with splint fabrication.\nAssists with wound care to include set up of supplies and assisting with patient positioning.\nCommunicates issues regarding patient performance or change in status to the accountable clinician. Refers patient to the clinician for communication outside of scope of care.\nRuns and\\or assists with group treatment. Monitors and orders supplies according to departmental guidelines.\nPerforms administrative duties such as verifying patient charges, patient scheduling, filing, or faxing.\nDrives vehicles transporting patients in select locations. Staff members operating a hospital owned vehicle will have to meet all applicable policies related to driving.\n\n

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

\n\nOperating and maintaining physical therapy equipment.\nWorking in a healthcare environment.\nKnowing standard policies, procedures and OSHA regulations.\nProficiency in the use of office equipment and computer programs, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.\n\n

BENEFITS

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Our competitive benefits package includes the following.

\n\nImmediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits\n401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%\nTuition Reimbursement\nPTO accrual beginning Day 1\n\n

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS

\n\nEDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
\nEXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
\nCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days or hire or transfer.

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