Rehab Tech

MercyOne Medical Group; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Medical Group in Des Moines Riverside Rehabilitation is seeking a full-time Day Shift Rehabilitation Aide to support therapists and provide patient care. This role involves assisting with treatment plans, transporting patients, and coordinating receptionist duties as needed.

The ideal candidate is eager to learn, energetic, and comfortable with technology. A high school diploma or GED, BLS certification, and Mandatory Reporter abuse training are required within three months of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required or obtained within three months of hire.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Under indirect supervision of licensed therapy staff provides restorative treatment plans designed to maintain patient level of functioning and supports delivery of rehabilitation services.
• Prepares patient, equipment, supplies, and records for transport and verifies Rehabilitation Services order in chart.
• Collaborates with department staff, answers phone, takes messages, and assists with scheduling and record keeping.
• Maintains department by cleaning equipment, restocking supplies, changing linens, and ensuring safe transport of patients and records.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and staff; participates in meetings and inservice education; protects patient confidentiality.

Education

High school diploma or GED

BLS for Healthcare Providers

Mandatory Reporter abuse training

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: MercyOne Des Moines Riverside Rehabilitation

Full-Time Day Shift (40 hours weekly)

This position requires someone who is excited to learn and has a positive energy with a passion to help others. Must be comfortable with technology and able to perform and assist with receptionist tasks.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

This individual works closely with physical, occupational, and speech therapists and assistants, utilizing treatment modalities, techniques and equipment to provide patient care as directed. Analysis and adaptive thinking required in the course of providing treatment. Provides on-going services to infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients and their families based on assignment; service provision is in accordance with discipline specific licensure laws or is provided as a function of a restorative plan that has been developed by a licensed physical, occupational, and speech therapist.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Under indirect supervision of licensed therapy staff provides restorative treatment plans designed to maintain patient level of functioning in place of/ or is adjunct to other skilled rehabilitation services; carries out, monitors and/or adjusts restorative treatments utilizing therapy techniques, modalities, and equipment for which competency has been demonstrated; assumes responsibility for patient’s care, safety and environment throughout treatment; observes, reports and records all pertinent patient information according to department policy.
• Prepares patient, equipment, supplies (including topical medications used in burn/wound care; does NOT apply medicated supply to patient), and medical record for transport; verifies Rehabilitation Services order in chart; selects technique for transfer and equipment for transport according to established policies and procedures and therapist guidance; assumes responsibility of safe, timely transport of Rehabilitation Services patients and medical records to and from department clinics.
• Works in a collaborative effort with others: answers department telephone, taking complete message or answering questions related to patient schedule; assists in filing and record keeping; monitors patient during exercise.
• Assists in general maintenance of department: Cleans and stores equipment, restocks linens and supplies, changes linens and cleans treatment areas, maintains transport equipment and arranges for necessary repairs, empties soiled linen/waste containers
• Demonstrates appropriate and effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication with patients and their families, colleagues, medical staff, and the public; participates in staff meetings and inservice education; protects patient confidentiality in regard to medical, emotional, and social status.
• Retrieves relevant information from medical records; uses computer to maintain accurate scheduling, treatment and charge records; assists in general maintenance of work environment and equipment.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire. Certifications must be obtained through the American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.