REHAB TECHNICIAN in SOUTH BEND, WASHINGTON

• Full-time 30 hours per week, Monday thru Friday
• $17 – $19/hour based on experience
• https://southbend.rehabvisions.com/

The rehab technician may assist with transporting patients/clients, setting up equipment/machines for treatment, and assist therapists in selected procedures according to federal, state and facility-specific rules and regulations under the direct supervision of the onsite occupational therapist (OTR), certified occupational therapy assistant (COTA), physical therapist (PT), physical therapy assistant (PTA), or speech-language pathologist (SLP). The role also involves administrative support, maintaining cleanliness and organization in the clinic, and various other duties as needed

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Communication and Administration:
  • Answer phones and take messages professionally.
  • Greet patients, clients, family members, caregivers, and visitors warmly.
  • Assist with the completion of paperwork, including intake forms, medical history, medications, and insurance.
  • Perform clerical tasks such as copying, scanning, and filing.
  • Support front-office processes and appointment reminders.
• Patient and Therapist Support:
  • Follow directions from supervising therapists during patient mobility, transfers, ambulation, and therapeutic interventions.
  • Maintain confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA and facility rules.
  • Maintain a service-oriented approach with all interactions.
  • Assist with equipment maintenance and inventory monitoring.
• Department Maintenance:
  • Perform housekeeping tasks to keep the department clean.
  • Help reduce costs and improve productivity.
  • Foster positive relationships with the healthcare team, patients, and caregivers.
  • Adhere to safety, risk, and emergency procedures.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience:

  • Must be at least 16 years old and maintain regular attendance.

• Language Skills:

  • Ability to read, comprehend, and write simple instructions and correspondence.
  • Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one settings.

• Reasoning Skills:

  • Ability to apply common sense to carry out detailed instructions.

• Other Skills and Abilities:

  • Experience with data entry and accurate typing.
  • Ability to relate positively and professionally with others.
  • Flexibility and willingness to adapt for efficient operations.
  • Ability to perform job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Physical Demands

• Includes sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, and lifting up to 70 pounds with or without assistance.
• Requires fine hand coordination, hearing, reading, writing, and stress management.
• Specific vision requirements include close, distance, and peripheral vision.

Work Environment

• Moderate noise levels.
• Potential exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids, especially in hospital and nursing home settings.
• Must be tolerant of patients recovering from surgeries, illnesses, and wounds.

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RehabVisions is an Equal Opportunity and FMLA-compliant employer.