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General Summary of Position
Medstar Health is looking for a PRN Rehabilitation Technician to join our team! We are looking for someone skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, the medical and professional staff, and the public.
The PRN Rehabilitation Technician will perform a variety of functions to assist the professional staff in the department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Under direct supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT), Physical Therapist (PT), or Speech Pathologist (SLP) aids patients with therapeutic exercises and/or activities. Upon successful completion of departmental competencies, may independently perform multiple functions that are not related to a patient's plan of care (e.g., transportation of patients, and various program service functions such as gym set up to prepare for patient treatment, supplies inventory, etc.). These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards.
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Primary Duties:
Under direct supervision: aids patients in practicing functional exercises and activities as directed by Occupational Therapists (OT's), Physical Therapists (PT's), and Speech Pathologists (SLP's); functional activities may include exercises, gait/stair/transfer practice, utilizing pulleys, weights, tilt-table and other appropriate equipment; checks vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, and oxygen saturation levels during patient activities, as directed; directs patients in the care and use of crutches, walkers, and other ambulatory devices, such as slings, braces, orthotics, etc.
Assists OT with Activities of Daily Living treatment utilizing appropriate adaptive equipment as directed. Assists in the provision of bedside treatments; assists OT/PT/SLP in positioning, handling, and stabilizing patients. Assists PT with patients receiving wound care treatment. This includes preparation and cleanup, applying dressings, and patient transfers in and out of whirlpool Transports patients to and from the department of PM&R, assists in the preparation of patients for transport and patient transfers; transports equipment needed to bedside as requested by OT/PT/SLP.
Organizes, maintains and cleans treatment areas and equipment. Ensures all forms are stocked. Maintains an inventory of supplies and orders equipment according to par levels. Maintains all equipment and refrigerator logs.
Promotes and abides by all C2C standards. Assumes other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not to be considered as all inclusive.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED.
Basic Life Support (BLS).
Basic knowledge of exercise programs, some exposure and experience dealing with a variety of patients preferred.
Bachelor of Science degree in medical science or exercise science preferred.
Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:
- Strong emphasis on teamwork - our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
- Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity - we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
- Comprehensive total rewards package - including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
- More career opportunities closer to home - as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.
About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.
MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.
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