Rehab Technician: Help Patients Heal & Restore Mobility

Ochsner Health; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Covington, LA seeks a Rehab Technician to support therapy services under licensed supervision. You will prepare treatment spaces, assist with patient care, and transport patients as directed. Maintain a clean, safe environment and follow infection control policies.

Required: High School diploma, BLS certification, and strong communication skills. Healthcare experience is preferred; training is provided. Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Required - High School diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred - Some college coursework in Healthcare Sciences.
• Required - Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepares/maintains work area for treatment including ordering of supplies/linen and pharmaceuticals; orients and mentors new staff in needs of assigned area.
• Monitors and assists in patient-care as instructed by the therapist according to their competencies.
• Transports patients to/from department or room via wheelchair or stretcher, as directed by professional staff.

Skills

computer skills and data entry

Windows-style applications

Verbal and written communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Some college coursework in Healthcare Sciences

Five years relevant experience substituted via PT/OT education

Job description

Ochsner Health in Covington, LA seeks a Rehab Technician to support therapy services under licensed supervision. You will prepare treatment spaces, assist with patient care, and transport patients as directed. Maintain a clean, safe environment and follow infection control policies.

Required: High School diploma, BLS certification, and strong communication skills. Healthcare experience is preferred; training is provided. Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.