Sr Rehab Tech-PT Madison

UVA Health; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center is seeking a Rehab/Support Assistant to join a multidisciplinary team. You will assist PT/OT/SLP staff in patient treatment, prepare treatment areas and equipment, and help with clerical tasks and inventory control within a supportive environment.

The role involves supervising rehab technicians, volunteers, and students, while encouraging collaborative care to improve patients’ functional abilities and quality of life.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 year of experience in related field preferred.
• Life Support Training Policy guidance may apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist PT/OT/SLP staff in patient treatment under supervision.
• Prepare and maintain department treatment areas and equipment.
• Assist with entering department charges and clerical duties.
• Inventory control of supplies and equipment including DME.
• Teach rehab technician duties to new staff, students, and volunteers.

Skills

Teamwork

Interdisciplinary team

Accountability

Communication

Caseload management

Administrative duties

Mentoring/training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We are ushering in a new era of healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Community Health, part of the world-class UVA Health academic health system, we are committed to caring for the whole person by building meaningful connections with our patients i n the local setting of UVA Health’s community hospitals, outpatient locations, and provider offices. By combining our team’s talent and expertise, the breadth of capabilities across the entire UVA Health system, and our dedication to community wellness, we are bringing expert care close to home.

As a member of the UVA Community Health team, individuals contribute to patient care decisions, support advanced medical technologies, and experience the satisfaction of making a difference in people’s lives every day.

JOB TYPE

Classification: Non Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Assists in the provision of patient care, therapy support, departmental maintenance, inventory control, and administrative duties as directed by PT, PTA, OT, COTA, SLP in a therapeutic manner which acts to promote the patient’s functional ability and lead to improved quality of life. Responsible for training and directing activities of rehab technicians, volunteers, and students.The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job.Assist PT/OT/SLP staff in patient treatment under direct supervision of licensed team member.Prepare and maintain department treatment areas and equipment for patient use.Assist with entering department charges as applicable.Responsible for assisting with clerical duties for department.Responsible for inventory control of supplies (including DME as applicable).Responsible for departmental safety and quality control monitoring.Responsible for teaching basic rehab technician duties to new rehab technician staff, students, and volunteers.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Experience:

1 year of experience in related field preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.

Licensure:

N/A

Additional Skills/Requirements Required:

N/A

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred:

N/A

• Teamwork: Develops and maintains positive relationships with team members and coworkers.
• Functions as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Accepts responsibility for actions; seeks, accepts, and acts positively upon feedback from others.
• Shares responsibility for effective internal communications through a team approach.
• Organizes individual patient caseload in collaboration with team workload demands.
• Performs daily administrative/office activities to ensure efficient flow of care within team.
• Provides orientation and guidance to new rehab staff in work areas as requested.

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code:

Medium to Heavy Physical Demand: The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Community Health.

OTHER

May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes

On call responsibilities as directed: No

Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes

The base compensation range for this role is $16.50 - $23.39 hourly.

Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education. Please note that the pay range does not include any applicable incentive compensation programs such as shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives that may be available for those in eligible positions.

Job Info

• Job Identification 7133
• Locations 1480 N Main St, Madison, VA, 22727, US
• Business Unit UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center