Therapy Rehab Technician: Patient Care & Mobility Support

Ochsner Health; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Covington, LA is seeking a Rehab Technician to support physical/occupational therapy services. Under supervision, you will prepare treatment areas, assist with modalities, transport patients, and maintain equipment; adherence to infection control is required.

Preferred candidates have a High School diploma, BLS certification, and some college in healthcare sciences; five years of related experience or enrollment in PT/OT/PTA programs may substitute.

Qualifications

• Requires High School diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: Some college coursework in Healthcare Sciences.
• Requires: Five years relevant experience, or pursuing PT/OT/PTA/COTA; may substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares/maintains treatment area and supplies.
• Assists with therapy modalities and patient preparation.
• Transports patients by wheelchair or stretcher as directed.
• Maintains equipment and environment for safety and cleanliness.

Skills

Data entry

Windows applications

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Some college in Healthcare Sciences

Tools

None

Job description

Ochsner Health in Covington, LA is seeking a Rehab Technician to support physical/occupational therapy services. Under supervision, you will prepare treatment areas, assist with modalities, transport patients, and maintain equipment; adherence to infection control is required.

Preferred candidates have a High School diploma, BLS certification, and some college in healthcare sciences; five years of related experience or enrollment in PT/OT/PTA programs may substitute.