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Technician-Rehab

Kennebunk, Maine

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Genesis is a leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, dedicated to improving lives. The Rehabilitation Technician supports patient services and rehabilitation department operations by assisting therapists and therapy assistants in various tasks, ensuring a patient-centered approach to care.

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Responsibilities

Assists in departmental communications as delegated, which may include attendance at meetings, communicating with nursing staff, telephoning, and ordering supplies and equipment

Assists therapy staff in identifying and removing barriers to treatment and providing clinical education to meet the needs of the patient

Attends and contributes to in-services and staff meetings as requested

Performs clerical duties within the department, including maintenance of patient files and records under the direction of the therapist

Observes patients for any change in status and reports to therapists. Ensures the safety of patients

Adjusts equipment upon request and under the direction of the therapist

Cleaning and maintenance of treatment areas, according to all specific safety and infection control policies and procedures

Puts Patient Service first: Ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individual's needs and rights

Provides simultaneous assistance to a treating Therapists/Therapy Assistants (OT/OTA, PT/PTA, SLP) during group and individual therapy sessions, e.g. equipment set-up and assistance to ensure safety

Assists in scheduling, transporting and preparation of patients for rehabilitation services

As assigned and directed by therapists and assistants, follows through with Client Related and Non-Client Related tasks that are in compliance with relevant regulatory guidelines and payor policies

As assigned, follows through with maintenance therapy programs and/or restorative nursing programs when required at site of service under the direct supervision of therapists and/or nursing personnel

Performs other related duties as required