Rehab Services Technician

Rehab Services Technician

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute, LLC (IBJI), Chicagoland's premier orthopedic medical practice with several Chicago and suburban locations, has a part-time 15 hours/week rehabilitation technician opening.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain experience in an orthopedic physical and occupational therapy setting. As a rehab technician at IBJI, you'll be a vital member of the orthopedic team, contributing to both clinical care and the overall success of the clinic using expertise in patient treatment and time management.

Rehabilitation Technicians are responsible for assisting clinicians in delivering quality care with the goal of improving a patient's overall quality of life and function.

Summary

A rehabilitation technician is under the general technician supervisor and management team at the site of employment. The main objective of this position is to support the staff with a team-oriented approach in delivering exceptional customer service and care with the goal of improving a patient's overall quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and communication to therapy patients, therapists, physician staff, and clients in a fast-paced orthopedic rehab office.
• Daily clinic maintenance: including but not limited to cleaning treatment tables and equipment, change out linen, stocking supplies.
• Keep exercise equipment in an orderly fashion and out of the way of patients to maintain safe conditions in the clinic.
• Daily, weekly and monthly checks of maintenance tasks to stay compliant with IBJI guidelines. Act as an extender to the therapists; assist clinicians with carrying out exercise programs for patients including set up on equipment and modalities.
• Communicate with the therapist on any observations made during the patient's exercise program. Take initiative in assisting clinicians with patient care.
• Print home exercise program for patients under the direction of the clinician.
• Inventory of both clinical and non-clinical materials.
• For clinics that utilize techs for front desk support, follow best practice procedures that involve clerical duties: including but not limited to checking in patients, scheduling appointments, taking co-pays, scanning, answering the phone.
• Provide daily support to the rehab staff and management team.
• Follows HIPAA guidelines by protecting the patient's identity.
• Ability to work with patients regardless of diagnosis, age, or background.
• Maintain a positive attitude in the clinic.
• Demonstrates professionalism with prompt work attendance and flexibility with established work hours. All other duties as assigned.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education

• Currently enrolled in school or graduate of at least high school.

Certifications/Licensure

• Not Applicable

Experience

• Must be at least 16 years of age or older.

Technical Skills

• Skilled in Windows; MS Office; Email access.

Soft Skills

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work under pressure.
• Detail oriented and demonstrates effective time management.
• Displays professional and effective writing and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Stand or sit for extended periods of time

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills and relevant experience. We offer the following benefits to those who are benefit eligible (30+ hours a week): medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long and short term disability, 401k program with company match and profit sharing, wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible savings accounts, ID protection plan and accident, critical illness and hospital benefits. In addition, we offer paid holidays and paid time off.

Illinois Bone and Joint Institute, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to recruitment and placement, promotion, training, transfer, retention, rate of pay and all other terms and conditions of employment.