Rehab Therapy Aide

Overview

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Description

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Rehab Therapy Tech II demonstrates advanced patient care competencies, assisting therapists in direct patient care and department leadership in the training of staff. The Rehab Therapy Tech II has advanced clerical competency, and can substitute for Department's Secretarial staff in their absence, performing all functions independently. This position works with the Director to provide oversight in the training and daily activities of the Rehab Therapy Techs and Mobility team members. The Rehab Therapy Tech II will work under the direct instruction of a Physical, Occupational or Speech Therapist, assisting with the provision of advanced therapeutic activities and other patient related services, including assisting patients with assigned exercise, ambulation and ADL. Perform advanced clerical responsibilities independently that will include data/charge entry, charge reconciliation, registering outpatients and use of MS, Excel and Power Point. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) years of post-secondary education. Three (3) years as a Rehabilitation Therapy Technician I. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.