Rehabilitation Technician I

Lawrence General Hospital; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a private, non-profit community hospital, where you will play a vital role in patient care as a Rehab Technician. This position offers a unique opportunity to assist licensed therapists in delivering compassionate care to patients. You will be responsible for maintaining rehab equipment, managing supplies, and performing clerical duties, all while ensuring a clean and organized work environment. This role is perfect for individuals who excel in communication and teamwork and are looking to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare field. If you're passionate about helping others and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing rehab treatment programs under therapist supervision.
• Maintain rehab equipment and ensure supplies are clean and organized.
• Perform basic clerical duties as directed by the Supervisor or Manager.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Department: Physical Therapy - Inpatient

Location: Lawrence, MA

Shift Hours: 6am to 10am, 7:00am - 3:00pm. This position is exclusively for inpatient services on weekends.

Scheduled Hours per Week: 8 hours

Posted: 3/7/2024

Position Overview: As a Rehab Technician, under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist, you will assist in patient care, treatment, and perform organizational and clerical duties within the department. You will also be responsible for managing the supply, distribution, and use of specialized and orthopedic equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Greet all patients, family members, and staff courteously and professionally.
2. Assist in implementing rehab treatment programs as planned and directed by the Physical/Occupational Therapist.
3. Prepare, clean, organize, and maintain rehab equipment, modalities, and mats to ensure supplies are adequate, clean, and properly used, while tracking inventory as needed.
4. Maintain a clean, organized, and secure work area to ensure patient privacy.
5. Distribute laundry supplies for the rehab clinic to ensure proper requisition and supply levels.
6. Escort patients to and from treatment areas and assist with ambulation, transfers, and positioning under supervision.
7. Follow departmental guidelines in modality setup under the supervision of the therapist.
8. Perform basic clerical duties such as typing, scheduling, recording statistics, filing, copying/scanning, and chart reviews as directed by the Supervisor or Manager.

Education and Experience:

Required:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Preferred:

• Previous healthcare experience
• Bilingual in English/Spanish with interpreter certification or ability to pass a language screening for Medical Interpreter Certification course

About Lawrence General Hospital: A private, non-profit community hospital serving the Merrimack Valley and southern New Hampshire regions. We provide compassionate, patient-centered care for the entire family. For over 140 years, our dedicated staff has been committed to improving community health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workforce.