Rehabilitation Technician I

OrthoLoneStar; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Houston is seeking a Rehab Tech to assist licensed therapists in patient care and clinic operations. The role involves communication with clients, maintaining treatment areas, and supporting clinic management. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a commitment to patient care.

Qualifications

• Preferred students seeking therapy-related careers.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with paperwork and insurance verification.
• Maintain cleanliness of treatment areas and equipment.
• Schedule and coordinate patient appointments.

Skills

Communication

Basic Computer Skills

Math Ability

Reasoning Ability

Education

High school graduation or GED

Job description

5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Job Summary

Works under the supervision of a licensed Physical/Occupational Therapist and assists the therapist in patient care and other clinic-related activities.

Job Specifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of these tasks satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Education: High school graduation or GED, or one year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Students seeking therapy-related careers are preferred.
• Language Ability: Able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence or memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Math Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute ratios, rate, and percent, and interpret bar graphs.
• Reasoning Ability: Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Computer Skills: Basic computer skills and operational knowledge preferred.
• Certificates and Licenses: None required.

Working Conditions

• Noise level: Moderate
• Traveling: May need to travel between clinics; travel will not be reimbursed.
• Physical demands: Regularly required to sit, talk, hear; also required to stand, walk, handle, bend, stoop, lift up to 50#, occasionally 70#, climb, kneel, crouch, crawl.
• Vision requirement: Ability to perform close vision, peripheral vision, adjust focus, and spend up to 4-5 hours in front of a computer.

Rehab Tech Duties

• Communicate client information in person, by phone, or mail to authorized persons.
• Assist patients with paperwork, insurance verification, and authorization for treatment.
• Clean and set up clinical treatment areas with proper disinfectant after each use.
• Assist therapists with patient care within the scope of training.
• Maintain cleanliness of treatment areas and equipment, laundry, trash, and organize clinic areas.
• Schedule, reschedule, and follow up on cancellations; coordinate with the clinical director or lead therapist.
• Perform inventory of supplies weekly and equipment monthly; report maintenance needs.
• Assist in marketing and promotional efforts as needed.
• Participate in in-services and departmental meetings.
• Support the smooth operation of the clinic and perform responsibilities assigned by the Therapy director/Tech supervisor.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Philosophy: Support the facility’s mission, goals, and policies; adhere to ethical standards; serve as a positive role model.
• Time Requirement: Maintain a minimum of 20 hours per week for part-time employment; full-time hours may qualify for benefits.
• Communication: Communicate effectively and professionally with coworkers and clients; address concerns appropriately.
• Financial Practices: Use resources responsibly; report waste; suggest cost-effective improvements.
• Compliance Program: Contribute to compliance with regulations such as HIPAA and OSHA.
• Performance Improvement Program: Participate in performance improvement initiatives and suggest operational improvements.
• Safety and Risk Management: Follow safety policies, report hazards, and respond to emergencies.
• Professional Competence: Engage in ongoing training, share knowledge, and seek learning opportunities.