Rehab Technician: Patient Care & Therapy Support

Baton Rouge General Medical Center; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Baton Rouge General Medical Center in Baton Rouge, LA, seeks a rehabilitation aide to provide patient care under the direction of a licensed therapist. You will assist with routine tasks, transport patients as needed, and help prepare treatment spaces and equipment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and clear communication. Candidates should have a high school diploma (CPR certification preferred) and be prepared to participate in performance improvement and HIPAA-compliant practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare setting preferred.
• Education in related field may be substituted for experience.
• Oral And Written Communication Skills Required.
• High school diploma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates teamwork by providing patient care and related activities under the direction of a licensed therapist.
• Performs routine and assigned tasks in the department under the direction of a licensed therapist, within the scope of training and experience.
• Assists in patient transportation to and from therapy as needed.
• Effectively and efficiently assists in technology set up for patient care.
• Maintains safe and therapeutic environment.
• Provides manpower assistance to therapists in treatment of patients as directed.
• Monitors supply levels and notifies appropriate person of supply needs, based on established inventory levels. Stocks supplies in correct location upon receipt.
• Cleans and stores equipment in clinic area, according to established guidelines.
• Maintains temperature and cleaning logs according to guidelines.
• Assists in clerical tasks as needed.
• Responds to telephone promptly when needed and acknowledges caller, assists caller by answering questions or providing information, and determines when referral to other staff is appropriate.
• Assists in the maintenance of patient charts, filing, copying, faxing, discharging, etc. as assigned, within established department guidelines.
• Performs other duties and special projects as required.

Skills

Oral and Written Communication Skills

Teamwork

Good organizational skills

Ability to work in an interdisplinary-

Education

High school diploma

CPR Certification

Job description

Baton Rouge General Medical Center in Baton Rouge, LA, seeks a rehabilitation aide to provide patient care under the direction of a licensed therapist. You will assist with routine tasks, transport patients as needed, and help prepare treatment spaces and equipment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and clear communication. Candidates should have a high school diploma (CPR certification preferred) and be prepared to participate in performance improvement and HIPAA-compliant practices.