Rehab Tech - RehabVisions
Cherokee, IA 51012
About the Job
Rehab Tech
- Full-time Rehab Tech opportunity located in our private practice Physical Therapy clinic in Storm Lake, IA.
Under the direct supervision of onsite occupational therapists (OTR), certified occupational therapy assistants (COTA), physical therapists (PT), physical therapy assistants (PTA), or speech-language pathologists (SLP), the rehab technician assists with patient/client transportation, equipment setup, and selected procedures in accordance with federal, state, and facility-specific regulations. The role also involves administrative support, maintaining cleanliness and organization in the clinic, and various other duties as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Communication and Administration:
- Answer phones and take messages professionally.
- Greet patients, clients, family members, caregivers, and visitors warmly.
- Assist with the completion of paperwork, including intake forms, medical history, medications, and insurance.
- Perform clerical tasks such as copying, scanning, and filing.
- Support front-office processes and appointment reminders.
- Patient and Therapist Support:
- Follow directions from supervising therapists during patient mobility, transfers, ambulation, and therapeutic interventions.
- Maintain confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA and facility rules.
- Maintain a service-oriented approach with all interactions.
- Assist with equipment maintenance and inventory monitoring.
- Department Maintenance:
- Perform housekeeping tasks to keep the department clean.
- Help reduce costs and improve productivity.
- Foster positive relationships with the healthcare team, patients, and caregivers.
- Adhere to safety, risk, and emergency procedures.
Qualifications
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Education and Experience:
- Must be at least 18 years old and maintain regular attendance.
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Language Skills:
- Ability to read, comprehend, and write simple instructions and correspondence.
- Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one settings.
- Bilingual (Spanish) speaking is a plus.
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Other Skills and Abilities:
- Experience with data entry and accurate typing.
- Ability to relate positively and professionally with others.
- Flexibility and willingness to adapt for efficient operations.
- Ability to perform job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
Physical Demands
- Includes sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, and lifting up to 70 pounds with or without assistance.
- Requires fine hand coordination, hearing, reading, writing, and stress management.
- Specific vision requirements include close, distance, and peripheral vision.
Work Environment
- Moderate noise levels.
- Potential exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids, especially in hospital and nursing home settings.
- Must be tolerant of patients recovering from surgeries, illnesses, and wounds.
Our full-time employees are also eligible for a competitive benefits offering, including:
- Flexible work environment
- Competitive compensation
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- 401k with company match
- Life Insurance and AD and D
- PTO and six paid holidays
Find a therapy career you’ll love at RehabVisions. Apply today!
RehabVisions is an Equal Opportunity and FMLA-compliant employer.