What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rehab Tech (Part-time) position at University of Alabama at Birmingham?
Description
STATEMENT OF VALUES:
Cooper Green Mercy strives to be THE choice for health care in our community. We honor this commitment by embracing our core values of:
Cooper Green Mercy strives to be THE choice for health care in our community. We honor this commitment by embracing our core values of:
- Kindness,
- Inclusion,
- Cleanliness, and;
- Attention to Detail.
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist or licensed therapy assistant, performs client treatment programs and activities as prescribed and provides technical assistance regarding therapeutic programs, methods, and equipment. Prepares patient and equipment for treatments by positioning patient and assembling equipment necessary for treatment. Under direct supervision of the Therapist applies basic modalities with established patients. Assists in carrying out various treatment procedures established by the therapist. Performs other duties as assigned.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare patient and equipment for treatments by positioning patient and assembling equipment necessary for treatment
- Under direct supervision of the therapist, apply basic modalities with established patients; assist in carrying out various treatment procedures established by the therapist; observe and reports to therapist patient’s condition, reaction and response to treatment; assist in supervision of patients with established exercise routines as approved by the therapist.
- Ensure there is an adequate supply of materials available; change linens; clean and maintain equipment and all work areas.
- Ensure the safety and maintenance of physical areas and equipment used during therapy/treatment
- Communicate effectively; understand and follow oral and written instructions; respond quickly and efficiently in emergencies; make observations of changes or reactions in patients; and assist and prepare patients for treatment with various therapy exercises and equipment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Required:
- High School Diploma or GED;
- Communicate effectively, understand and follow oral and written instructions, respond quickly and efficiently in emergencies, make observations of changes or reactions in patients.
- Assist and prepare patients for treatment with various therapy exercises and equipment
- Current CPR/BLS certification via the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Experience working in a medical facility with patient contact
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This role may require lifting up to 50 lbs.
The work location for this role is onsite.
Primary Location: CGM Cooper Green
Job Category: Clerical & Administrative
Organization: RHB-RHB-PHYS Rehab Physical Therapy Section
Employee Status: Irregular/Flexible
Shift: Day/1st Shift
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Retirement Plan