Physical Therapy Technician

Powers Health; Munster (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Powers Health in Munster, IN is hiring an entry-level OT/PT Technician. This role supports occupational and physical therapy through transfers, patient transport, equipment setup, and assisting therapists.

Responsibilities include assisting with patient care, maintaining equipment, ensuring infection control, and performing clerical tasks as needed. CPR certification and CNA training are required or completed within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Completion of CNA training or equivalent; CPR certification required.
• High school graduate; on-the-job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparatory care, transfers and transporting patients.
• Set up equipment and assist therapists in delivering therapy care.
• Support infection control and maintain a clean, safe, and orderly department.

Skills

Patient care

Basic computer skills

Office equipment operation

Education

CNA training

High school diploma

CPR certification

Tools

Office equipment operation

Job description

Community Hospital · Physical Therapy FP

Full-time , Days/Evenings , 40

Hours/Pay Period: 80

FTE: 1

POSITION PURPOSE AND SUMMARY

The OT/PT Technician is an entry level position. The OT/PT Technician participates in the preparatory aspects of care including transfers, transporting patients, equipment set up and the assistive aspects of care which help the occupational/physical therapists/speech therapist deliver quality occupational/physical therapy care. The OT/PT Technician assists the department in direct care and transport of patients as well as organization and cleaning of equipment, maintaining adequate inventory of supplies and maintaining the department in a clean, safe and orderly state. The OT/PT technician contributes to the provision of therapeutic treatment by promoting infection control and providing clerical and other related support service as necessary. This position is under the supervision of the treating therapist during patient care and ultimately reports to the Supervisor of Occupational, Physical Therapy, or Speech Therapy.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE :

• Minimum education/training: Completion of a CNA training course (or recognized equivalent) and current valid state certification OR completion of hospital patient care course and/or therapy specific competencies within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum education/training: High school graduate or equivalent. Training is on-the-job.
• Minimum work experience: patient care experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Competency in basic computer skills and office equipment operation are required.

Your Extraordinary Career Starts Here

We invite you to join our team of professionals where your unique talents will be well utilized in a work environment that promotes your further growth and development. In return for your valuable service and contributions, Powers Health offers a competitive wage and benefits package along with the necessary tools, resources and mentoring opportunities to support your career advancement goals.

Our comprehensive benefits program includes, but is not limited to:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Wellness program, including free screenings
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Retirement savings plan
• Life insurance
• Disability income protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness center discount program
• Tuition assistance and career development
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Reward and recognition programs

Join our team of healthcare professionals at Powers Health.