Rehabilitation Technician

Key Job Duties and Responsibilities

The Rehabilitation Technician is a non-licensed worker who has completed an on-the-job training program. The Rehab Tech’s primary function is to perform designated routing tasks related to the operation of the Therapy service but may assist with patient-related activities which are predetermined for each patient and are assigned by the licensed Therapist.

The following is a general list of key job duties and responsibilities in your position. The list is not to be considered inclusive and you will be required to perform other duties/responsibilities as assigned by an authorized supervisor.

Duties and Responsibilities

Comply with the Facility’s personnel, safety, and corporate policies and procedures.

Report witnessed or reported allegations of resident abuse/neglect immediately to the Administrator or Director of Nursing. Reports to on-site Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapist.

Treat residents, family members, visitors, and team members with dignity and respect.

Maintain the confidentiality of all resident and family information.

Report to work on time and as scheduled.

Follow established procedures pertaining to the care of equipment and supplies.

Prepare, maintain and clean treatment areas and supportive areas.

Transport records, equipment and supplies.

Assists patients in preparation for treatment; undressing and positioning.

Performs other duties as directed by Therapist or Assistant.

Performs predetermined office procedures.

Report any changes in patient’s condition immediately to the Therapist.

Essential Job Duties/Physical Requirements

The following is a general list of key job/physical requirements for your position. The list is not to be considered inclusive and other job/physical requirements may be necessary as deemed by the Facility.

• Regular worksite attendance.
  
• Must have basic computer skills.
  
• If required to operate a motor vehicle for business purposes, must successfully complete the requirements contained in Company�s Motor Vehicles policy.
  
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
  
• Must be able to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
  
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
  
• Must be able to perform the essential position functions of the job with, or without reasonable accommodation.
  
• Employee is required to use a transfer/gait belt or to obtain the assistance of another employee when attempting to assist residents when lifting or carrying objects in excess of 25 pounds. The employee must be aware that during the normal, routine performance of the essential functions, some of the following body movements may occur naturally, although hey may not be a requirement of the job.
  
• Primary Physical Requirements:
  
• Lift up to 10 lbs: Frequently
  
• Lift 11 to 25 lbs: Rarely
  
• Lift 26 to 50 lbs: Occasionally
  
• Lift over 50 lbs: Not required
  
• Carry up to 10 lbs: Frequently
  
• Carry 11 to 25 lbs: Frequently
  
• Carry 26 to 50 lbs: Not required
  
• Carry over 50 lbs: Not required.
  
• Reach above should height: Frequently
  
• Reach at shoulder height: Frequently
  
• Reach below shoulder height: Frequently
  
• Push/Pull: Frequently
  
• Hand Manipulation:
  
• Grasping: Frequently
  
• Handling: Constantly
  
• Torquing: Rarely
  
• Fingering: Constantly
  
• Other Physical Considerations
  
• Twisting, Bending, Crawling, Squatting, Kneeling, Crouching, Climbing and Balancing are all required.
  
• Employees may be required to operate and automobile and various games.
  
• Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the Facility.
  
• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.