Rehab Technician - In Motion Downtown Suffolk

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With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.

Part Time - 20 Hours per week

Primary Function / General Purpose of Position

The Rehabilitation Technician assists therapists, therapy assistants and / or athletic trainers as assigned. Primary duties include routine cleaning, quality control checks, room set-up, inventory ordering, preparing patients and equipment for treatment, assistance with patient care, and related documentation.

Essential Job Functions

• Communicates with patients, visitors and all other customers in accordance with organization guidelines. Communicates with therapists and / or therapy assistants, as well as other team members, regarding patient care.
• Performs routine functions in patient care databases and systems, including electronic medical records.
• May assist therapists, assistants and / or athletic trainers with patient care as needed.
• Maintains adequate department supplies within budget as directed by leadership.
• Performs cleaning and quality control checks, temperatures checks, whirlpool cultures, and other items as delegated by leadership.
• Completes record keeping and other tasks assigned by leadership. Assists with transportation of patients according to therapist's instructions, as needed, using proper technique and equipment.
• Demonstrates initiative / collaborates with process improvement teams. Positively represents department and profession to others. Attends and participates in scheduled meetings and in services.
• May assist with front office operations, including answering calls, patient scheduling, and copay collection.
• May support planning and execution of events in the community.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing / Certification

BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH)

Education

High School Diploma or General Educational Diploma (GED) (required)

Work Experience

None

Training

None

Language

None

Patient Population

X      Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

X      Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.​

Neonates (0-4 weeks)

X      Infant (1-12 months)

X      Pediatrics (1-12 years)

X       Adolescents (13-17 years)

X      Adults (18-64 years)

X       Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Not applicable to this position

Working Conditions

X      Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.

General office environment.

X      May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

X      May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.

X      May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.

X      May be required to use physical restraints.

X      May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.

X      May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

X      May have periods of constant interruptions.

X      Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

X      Prolonged periods of working alone.

____ Other :

____ Not applicable to this position

Additional Physical Requirements / Hazards

Physical Requirements

X     Manual dexterity (eye / hand coordination)

Perform shift work

X      Maneuver weight of patients

X      Hear alarms / telephone / audio recordings

X     Reach above shoulder

X     Repetitive arm / hand movements

X      Finger Dexterity

Color Vision

X     Acuity – far

X     Acuity – near

____ Not applicable to this position

Hazards

X     Depth perception

X     Use of Latex products

X     Exposure to toxic / caustic / chemicals / detergents

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to dust / fumes

Exposure to potential electrical shock

X     Exposure to x ray / electromagnetic energy

Exposure to high pitched noises

Gaseous risk exposure

Other :

____ Not applicable to this position

Skills

As a Bon Secours associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com

Who we are

We believe your best is yet to come. At Bon Secours, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life in giving good help to those in need. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best – in service of our patients and our Mission.

As a Bon Secours associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

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Benefits may vary based on employment status.