Telecommunications technician Jobs in Saint Paul, MN

Job Overview

We have an exciting opportunity to support our outpatient rehab clinic at M Health Fairview Highland Park Clinic in St. Paul!

The rehabilitation technician is responsible for assisting therapists in providing safe, efficient, and effective delivery of patient care by preparing patients for their therapy session, assisting therapists with patient transfers, assisting with rehab equipment during therapy sessions, ordering equipment and supplies, and performing clerical tasks as directed.

FTE 0.375, authorized for 30 hours per pay period.

Schedule : Monday - Friday, 3 : 30pm - 6 : 30pm.

Fairview Rehabilitation offers a range of services that serve patients across 10 acute-care hospitals, 3 post-acute settings and 70 outpatient adult and pediatric therapy clinics. Consisting of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy as well as Audiology and Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab, our therapists collaborate with colleagues in all medical settings and offer dozens of specialty programs.

As an academic health system with residency and fellowship programs and a rehab-focused clinical quality team, we have a collaborative culture that is centered on learning with an emphasis on evidence based, patient-centered care. As an industry leader in rehabilitative care with nationally recognized programs, our therapists play a meaningful role in helping patients reach their goals and live more fulfilling lives.

Responsibilities

Under supervision of the therapist, assesses patients' needs and identifies patients' ability to participate in treatment each day.

Implements assistance with plan of care as directed by the therapist

Communicates with the therapist recommendations / need for revision / update of plan of care as determined by physicians or nursing staff.

Coordinates care and communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team to achieve desire outcomes.

Under the direct supervision of the therapist, provides treatment interventions based on the patients plan of care

Assists with treatment interventions, including patient transfers, patient monitoring, and exercise monitoring as directed by the therapist

Coordinates care and communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team to achieve desired outcomes.

Identifies patient's / family's educational needs and communicates needs to the therapist.

Assists therapist with treatment equipment for use in patient treatment.

Prepares, maintains and cleans department / treatment areas in compliance with appropriate polices related to infection control, safety regulations and other established guidelines.

Completes cleaning per schedule

Stocks supplies

Completes maintenance, temperature and safety checklist

Safely transports, transfers and / or escorts patients.

Follows proper procedure when completing / assisting with patient transfers to insure safety of patient and self

Uses appropriate and safe body mechanics

Transports assigned patients in a safe and timely manner

Demonstrates awareness of and complies with departmental standards for productivity, charges, attendance and time management / prioritization

Participates in department / facility process / quality improvement initiatives.

Completes scheduling functions as assigned

Produces efficient and accurate schedules and associated reports

Records and updates schedule changes accurate

Communicates changes to all involved staff in a timely manner

Participates actively in department problems solving, coordination patient schedule for multiple disciplines

Seeks out solution to time conflicts directly through parties involved and other available resources.

Required Qualifications

Completion of two years towards bachelor's degree in health / exercise-related field

Basic Life Support Certification (American Heart Association or Red Cross)

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in health / exercise-related field

Healthcare experience with direct patient care

Benefit Overview

Although this is considered a non-benefit eligible position, Fairview offers employees the option to participate in the Fairview 403(b) plan, earn Sick and Safe Time, and early access to earned wages.

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO / Vet / Disabled : All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status