Rehab Technician

Reliant Rehabilitation; Lancaster, Glastonbury (Lancaster County, CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading rehabilitation therapy provider dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of patients. As a Rehabilitation Technician, you will play a crucial role in supporting therapists and ensuring effective patient care. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow within the company, supported by a team of experienced professionals. With a commitment to professional development and a collaborative environment, you will have the chance to enhance your skills while making a difference in the lives of those you serve. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to advance your career, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pay Packages

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Employer Match

PTO Share Program

PTO Buy-Back Program

Annual Performance Reviews

Maternity Support Program

Company-Sponsored Continuing Education Courses

Clinical Leadership Support

Tuition Loan Repayment Program

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills are essential for building relationships with patients.
• Completion of orientation and training programs as a Rehabilitation Technician.

Responsibilities

• Assist therapists with patient care and prepare treatment environments.
• Transport residents and maintain therapy equipment inventory.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Relationship building

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

When you join Reliant’s therapy team, you join a team that makes a very real impact in the lives of the patients and residents we serve. As a leading rehab therapy provider for skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), Reliant therapists provide necessary rehabilitation services for our most vulnerable population. As a Reliant therapist, you also have the opportunity to advance your career through our continuing education platform, climbing our clinical ladder and utilizing the opportunity to serve with others who are working at the top of their discipline. Our executive team started their own careers as therapists working with patients, and we take great pride in promoting from within the company. We also have a team of clinicians who provide continuing training, as well as systems and proven protocols to help ensure everyone is providing therapy in the most effective way for the patients and the most compliant way to help ensure our SNF partners are covered.

Why Reliant:

• Reliant is the largest independent rehab therapy provider to skilled nursing facilities and long-term acute hospitals (LTACHs)
• Great Corporate Support
• Therapy company ran by Therapists with decades of experience
• A company that desires for you to grow as a therapist and as a leader in our industry
• Currently in 38+ states in approximately 850 buildings with plenty of opportunities that fit any therapist's needs in location, schedule, or development

Reliant Benefits May Include:

• Competitive Pay Packages
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with employer match
• PTO Share Program
• PTO Buy-Back Program
• Annual Performance Reviews
• Maternity Support Program
• Company-sponsored continuing education courses
• Clinical Leadership Support
• Tuition Loan Repayment Program
• Flexible Schedules

Responsibilities

Rehabilitation Technician

Summary:The Rehabilitation Technician assists therapists with non-resident related activities and with direct resident care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Transport residents to and from the treatment area as scheduled
• Prepare the environment and equipment for patient treatment
• Assist with treatment as directed by therapists
• Participate in facility and departmental meetings as appropriate
• Maintain inventory of therapy equipment and supplies
• Maintain appropriate patient records as directed by Reliant’s management of records or soft files policy
• Be compliant with infection control procedures and environmental safety protocol within the facility
• Maintain confidentiality of Reliant Rehabilitation, facility, and patient information
• Must conduct self in an ethical, legal, and responsible manner at all times
• Must adhere to the policies, principles, and guidance within the Employee Handbook and Code of Business Conduct
• Comply with facility/customer requirements, policies and practices
• Must be able to travel between facilities during scheduled hours
• Must be able to work varying hours and shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Attend all mandatory meetings, training, and assignments as delegated
• Able to provide patient care as directed by therapists and/or nursing, to include, but not limited to – bed positioning/mobility, patient transfers, ambulation, dressing/hygiene/grooming, gross/fine motor coordination
• Able to conduct routine activities with patients as directed by therapy and/or nursing, to include, but not limited to – endurance activities, memory activities, exercises
• Able to operate various pieces of exercise equipment in a safe environment
• Able to put on and remove any orthotic equipment
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Competency: Prior to beginning patient care, the Director of Rehabilitation must complete the Rehabilitation Technician Competency Checklist.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to build strong relationships with a diverse population
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend, in English, instructions, correspondence, memos, and reports
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, productive work environment
• Completion of on-the-job orientation and training programs as a Rehabilitation Technician

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Computer Skills:

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Basic Internet navigation skills

Certificates and Licenses:

• Must hold a state issued CNA license, if required by the state in which assigned