Rehabilitation Technician, Inpatient
Company: Gundersen Health System
Location: La Crosse
Posted on: May 8, 2022
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Job Description:
Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people
want to work here. If you're looking for a job to love, apply
today.Schedule Weekly Hours:40This position requires Wisconsin CNA
certification and BLS CPR.Typical schedule: Mon - Fri 7:30 a.m. -
4:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m - could vary slightly depending
in patient needs.Rotating weekends and holidays. (approximately one
weekends a month and 2 holidays a year)Job Description:The
Rehabilitation Technician performs delegated work under the direct
supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT), Physical Therapist
(PT), Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) or Physical
Therapy Assistant (PTA). Greets patients, assists with smooth flow
of department operations, and maintains a clean work
environment.Major Responsibilities:
1. Rehabilitation Technician supports patient care by:
2. Demonstrates reliability, timeliness and organizational skills
and effective use of time to complete delegated work in accordance
with established time frames.
3. Prepares patient upon arrival to and departure from the therapy
department.
4. Set up and clean-up of patient care treatment area, equipment,
and supplies for therapy treatments to include hydrotherapy.
5. Maintains a clean environment meeting departmental standards,
i.e. 5S.
6. Maintains inventory, orderingand departmental supplies,
equipment and linen.
7. Arranges patient's transport within the medical complex using
appropriate equipment and utilizing safety precautions as indicated
by the patient's health status.
8. Supports infection control practices under the direction of the
department AICP.
9. Assists in the orientation of new personnel.
10. Maintains and achieves proficiency in department
competencies.
11. Participates in quality improvement activities in order to
continuously improve patient care and department operations within
scope of role.
12. Perform office duties as delegated.
13. Performs other job-related responsibilities as
requested.Education and Learning:
REQUIRED
High School Diploma or equivalencyWork Experience:
REQUIRED
1 year experience in general service requiring basic occupational
knowledge and skills.License and Certifications:
REQUIRED
Wisconsin Registered Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) required for
technicians working with inpatients.
Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR
certification; Heart Saver, Rescue and Military training network
CPR; or the American Red Cross CPR certification (CPR) except
Citizen and Animal classesAge Specific Population Served:
Pediatric (1 - 12 years)
Adolescent (13 - 17 years)
Adult (18 - 64 years)
Geriatric (65 years & older)
OSHA Category:
Category I - All Employees in this job title have a reasonably
anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other
potentially infectious materials.
Environmental Conditions:
Exposed to infectious diseases.Physical Requirements/Demands Of The
Position:
Static Standing Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Walking/Standing Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Stooping/Bending Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Squatting Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Kneeling/Half Kneel Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Reaching - Below Shoulder Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Repetitive Actions - Pinch Forces Rarely (1-5% or .5 hours) Pounds
of force 0-25
Repetitive Actions - Grip Forces Rarely (1-5% or .5 hours) Pounds
of force 0-25
Repetitive Actions - Fine Manipulation Rarely (1-5% or .5
hours)
Balance - Right Leg Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Balance - Left Leg Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Lifting - Other Rarely (1-5% or .5 hours) Number of lbs 0-25
Carrying - Short Carry Rarely (1-5% or .5 hours) Number of lbs
0-25
Push/Pull (Static Force) Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of
lbs 50-75INDREGI f you need assistance with any portion of the
application or have questions about the position, please contact
HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267Equal
Opportunity Employer
Keywords: Gundersen Health System, La Crosse , Rehabilitation Technician, Inpatient, Professions , La Crosse, Wisconsin
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