Pediatric Rehabilitation Technician, FT Days

El Paso Childrens Hospital Corporation; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

El Paso Childrens Hospital Corporation seeks a Pediatric Rehabilitation Technician to assist therapists under supervision in delivering patient care and managing department supplies.

The role emphasizes non-skilled patient care tasks, safety in lifting and transferring patients, and effective communication in English/Spanish with patients and staff.

Qualifications

• No prior work experience required.
• Associate’s Degree or higher in health related field; equivalent work experience may substitute.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Ability to read, write and understand English and to perform basic mathematics.
• Good interpersonal skills in view of frequent interaction with patients, visitors and staff.
• Ability to lift and transfer patients and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist therapists under supervision in implementing treatment plans.
• Handle supplies and equipment within the department.
• Perform non-skilled patient care activities as assigned by a therapist.

Skills

Bilingual

Interpersonal skills

English reading/writing

Basic math

Lifting/Transfers

Education

Associate’s Degree or higher in health related field

Job description

Position SummaryThe Pediatric Rehabilitation Technician works in a supervised situation where there is direct on-site supervision by a Physical Therapist, Physical Therapy Assistant, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Assistant or Speech-Language Pathologist. The Pediatric Rehabilitation Technician performs tasks related to the operation of the department dealing with supplies and equipment and performs non-skilled patient care activities as assigned by a therapist.Minimum Position RequirementsWork Experience:• NoneEducation and Training• Associate’s Degree or higher in health related field; equivalent work experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.Skills• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.• Ability to read, write and understand English and to perform basic mathematics.• Good interpersonal skills in view of frequent interaction with patients, visitors and staff.• Ability to lift and transfer patients and equipment