Rehab Tech

Rehab Tech

This is a Full Time (35-40 hours/week) Rehab Tech position in Fayette, Alabama. Location: Fayette Medical Center

REHAB AIDE JOB DESCRIPTION JOB SUMMARY The Rehab Aide is a non-professional, non-licensed worker who has completed an on-the job training program. The Aide's primary functions are to: (1) assist with patient related activities which are predetermined for each patient and assigned by a Licensed Therapist, and (2) conduct department-related activities which are necessary for the routine operation of the service. Responsible for:

• Safety of patient while he/she is receiving rehab services.
• Transportation of patients when necessary.
• Keeping a clean Therapy Department by changing linen on treatment tables, returning equipment to its proper storage area, and light housekeeping (i.e., cleaning mats, tables, and equipment).
• Maintenance hydrotherapy (whirlpool).
• Performing specific patient treatments under the supervision of a Licensed Therapist.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Special Demands: Must be able to accept responsibility and respect authority. Demonstrates good judgement and common sense. Willingness to work under pressure. Must be able to accept constructive criticism. Has a preference for working with people. Must be able to hold in confidence all matters of a personal nature regarding the patient and/or his family coming to his/her knowledge and to disclose such information only when it is in the best interest of the patient. Must be able to work with individuals of all ages from neonates to geriatrics.

Physical Demands: Stands, turns, bends, stoops, lifts, climbs, and uses a great majority of physical motion in performing day to day activities of work. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and do a great deal of walking without experiencing extreme fatigue. Lifting and carrying equipment supplies, and materials up to 50 lbs. without help; over 50 lbs. with the help of mechanical devices or other personnel.

Qualifications: Must have completed twelfth grade level of school and in-service training program. Experience is not required but highly desirable.