Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy Technician

Houston Methodist; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking a Physical/Occupational Therapy Technician to support PT/OT staff in outpatient or inpatient settings, assisting with patient mobility, supervising exercises, transporting patients, and managing equipment and supplies. Under direct supervision, you will reinforce safety and help deliver quality patient care.

You will collaborate with the interprofessional care team, adhere to rehabilitation standards, and participate in infection control and performance improvement

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in a healthcare setting highly preferred.
• BLS certification required (American Heart Association).

Responsibilities

• Interacts with patients, staff and other departments in a caring and courteous manner; communicates pertinent patient care information to the interprofessional team.
• Assists with delegated treatment plan activities such as patient mobility, exercises, and transport of patients.
• Prepares and maintains work areas and equipment; supports infection control and safety procedures.

Skills

Patient care empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Houston Methodist, the Physical/Occupational Therapy Technician (PT/OT Tech) position is responsible for assisting PT/OT staff and members of the direct patient team with treatment procedures as assigned under the direct supervision of a licensed staff either in an outpatient or inpatient setting. This position performs delegated activities that include but are not limited to: patient mobility, assist patient in practicing exercises or functional activities, transport patients to and from treatment areas, equipment inspection and maintenance, supply procurement and stocking, infection control processes, and variety of basic office functions. The PT/OT Technician position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to rehabilitation standards and guidelines established by the department to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. This position is a member of the direct patient care team.

FLSA STATUS

Non-exempt

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in a healthcare setting highly preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required

• BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Interacts with patients, staff and other departments in a caring and courteous manner. Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
• Functions as a team member, responding willingly and positively to colleagues’ needs for assistance and partnership. Promotes a positive work environment with the interprofessional care team. Problem-solves, assists other techs.
• Contributes towards improvement of department score in employee satisfaction, i.e., peer-to-peer accountability.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Under supervision, assists with delegated treatment plan activities, i.e. patient mobility, assist patient in practicing exercises or functional activities, transport patients, equipment inspection and maintenance, supply procurement, and variety of basic office functions. Assists and provides information related to re-enforcing safety awareness and home exercise program for patients.
• Prepares work areas and equipment such as but not limited to: cleaning/disinfecting, gathering equipment, materials, and supplies to the appropriate work areas.
• Contributes towards improving department score for patient satisfaction.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Collaborates and communicates with the healthcare team patient’s response to delegated activities. Gathers patient information prior to assign patient’s treatment session.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvement providing recommendations impacting quality and safety targets, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses, and collaborating with the interprofessional team. Contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Uses resources efficiently to maximize utilization of time and equipment. Meets labor productivity standards, by effectively managing established daily responsibilities and assignments.
• Assists on gathering data for quality improvement projects, daily charge reconciliation for productivity and inventory of supplies in the department. May, if requested, maintain accurate and complete documentation of patient care procedures performed.
• Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively, minimizing incidental overtime, and prioritize tasks for self.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Participates in department projects and hospital committees.
• Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development. Fosters a positive and constructive patient care environment by engaging co-workers in learning opportunities that are valuable and in alignment with department objectives.
• Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement projects and department shared governance activities. Completes and updates My Development plan on an on-going basis, including the development of advanced skills.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

• Uniform: No
• Scrubs: Yes
• Business professional: No
• Other (department approved): Yes

*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

ON-CALL*

• On Call* No

**Travel specifications may vary by department**

TRAVEL**

• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in a healthcare setting highly preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required

• BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association