Rehab Technician - Chabert Campus - PRN

Ochsner Health; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider in Houma, Louisiana, as a vital member of the patient care team. This role involves supporting licensed therapists by providing therapeutic treatments, maintaining a safe environment, and ensuring patient comfort. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to patient care. Ochsner Health offers a supportive work environment where you can make a real difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Preferred 5 years relevant experience or pursuing a clinical program.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the work area for treatment.
• Transport patients to and from the department safely.
• Monitor and assist in patient care as instructed.

Skills

Computer skills

Effective verbal communication

Effective written communication

Dexterity for data entry

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Some college coursework in Healthcare Sciences

Job description

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken, and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference, and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job works under the direct on-premises supervision of a licensed physical or occupational therapist and, according to detailed instructions, policies, and procedures, provides therapeutic modality treatments as assigned, prepares therapy areas and patients for treatments, and transports patients using wheelchairs and stretchers. Maintains all equipment and environment to ensure they are clean, operable, and safe. Performs isolation techniques as outlined in Infection Control policy.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be comprehensive or all-inclusive. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Education

• Required: High School diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: Some college coursework in Healthcare Sciences

Work Experience

• Required: None
• Preferred: 5 years relevant experience or pursuing an education in a clinical program

Certifications

• Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information.
• Proficiency with Windows applications, keyboard, and role-specific software packages.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.

Job Duties

• Prepare and maintain the work area for treatment, including ordering supplies, linen, and pharmaceuticals.
• Orient and mentor new staff in the needs of the assigned area.
• Monitor and assist in patient care as instructed by the therapist, according to their competencies.
• Assist with general office and front desk procedures.
• Transport patients to and from the department or room via wheelchair or stretcher, as directed, in a safe and courteous manner.
• Adapt behavior to the specific patient population, respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permissions, and communicating effectively.
• Other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Other duties may be added or amended at any time. The employee must stay knowledgeable about current laws, standards, and regulations applicable to their area of responsibility and ensure compliance.

This employer maintains compliance with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of unethical or questionable behaviors, patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and other compliance concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Heavy Work. Routine duties may involve exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue, with occupational risks for exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials.

Because of the healthcare setting, there may be occupational risks for exposure to hazardous medications or waste through various job activities.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.