Rehabilitation Technician We are seeking an ambitious, enthusiastic, goal oriented and team player to join our team as a rehabilitation technician. Rehabilitation Technicians will be working one-on-one and as part of a team with rehabilitation patients in our in-patient subacute facility. Candidate will be exposed to the latest rehabilitation approaches and equipment, providing an excellent opportunity for those pursuing direct patient care and/or physical therapy, occupational therapy or speech language pathology. Candidates with a strong desire to work along side a team providing patient care are strongly encouraged to apply. Onsite and offsite training will be provided. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Patient/Resident transportation to and from rehabilitation area Therapy set-up and breakdown Assisting therapists in providing a therapeutic and safe environment. Maintaining equipment and working area Working as a team in setting up and preparing for group activities/therapy Able to foster a positive and encouraging working environment for staff and patients/residents Performing clerical duties, filing, computer work, etc. Reports directly to assigned therapists and Director of Rehabilitation.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent, required. Strong verbal, written communication and organizational skills, required.
Physical Demands:- Must be able to lift and transfer patients to and from all surfaces a minimum of 10 times per day.
- Must be able to lift approximately 50-70 pounds a minimum of 10 times per day.
- Must be proficient with use of hands for repetitive grasping, pushing-pulling, and fine motor manipulation.
- Rehab Technician will spend approximately 60-80% of time bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching while working with therapy patients
- Rehab Technician may spend approximately 60-80% of time standing/walking.
- Rehab Technician should be knowledgeable in and exercise good body mechanics during patient treatment.
- Candidate considering the study of Occupational, Physical therapy, Speech Language Pathology or students of kinesiology (or related fields) are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Background Screening Requirement:
- This position is subject to Florida background screening requirements.
- For information please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
