Physical Therapy Technician - Rehab Institute

JOB SUMMARY

The Restorative Care Technician at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for providing patient care and mobility tasks within patient care units under the supervision of a registered nurse. They maintain patient records, ensure adequate supplies and equipment for patient care, and prioritize patient needs while promoting a safe patient and staff environment. The role involves frequent patient care activities, including lifting and transferring patients with limited weight-bearing capability.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Patient Care:

Performs assigned patient care and mobility tasks within patient care units under the supervision of a registered nurse.

Make rounds on assigned unit(s) and coordinates patient care and mobility activities with registered nurse and therapist as appropriate.

Documentation:

Maintains patient activity assignment sheet.

Documents patient care and mobility activities in the patient record.

Performs additional documentation as appropriate or assigned.

Activities of Daily Living:

Performs assigned tasks as appropriate to meet personal and comfort needs of patients.

Equipment/Supply Utilization:

Maintains necessary supplies and equipment to promote patient care and mobility activities.

Cleans equipment as appropriate between patient use.

Notifies supervisor of patient supply and equipment needs and gives an adequate account of equipment an supplies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent or GED. Required

Licenses and Certifications

CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation

Work Experience

1-3 years

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Maintains functional knowledge of equipment common to the unit.

Utilizes and cares for equipment on nursing unit.

Must meet continuing education requirements, including unit specific competencies.

Maintains knowledge and resources necessary to provide appropriate care for adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

Must be able to recognize changes in patient condition and report appropriately.

Must complete role specific orientation, including 40 hours of rehab content.

Must complete MIS training.

Must be able to demonstrate passive and active range of motion.

Must work side-by-side with PT, OT, ST upon evaluation of patient's ability/needs.

Must show knowledge of skills training with eating, transferring, toileting, and mobility.

Must be able to prioritize patient care, carry out assigned duties, report and/or document same.

Must be able to report changes in patient's condition which may impair ability to participate in mobility activities.

Assumes additional appropriate duties as delegated or needed.

Must have the capacity to function without direct supervision.

Communicates and coordinates patient activities with nursing and therapy staff.

Must project positive image of NMMC and nursing unit to all customers.

Promotes harmony on unit and with other departments.

Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills.

Aware of cultural diversity; interacts appropriately with patient, family and others.

Physical Demands

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Standing. Constantly

Walking. Constantly

Sitting. Occassionally

Lifting/Carrying. Frequently 50 lbs

Pushing/Pulling. Frequently

Climbing. Occassionally

Balancing. Occassionally

Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. Occassionally

Reaching/Over Head Work. Occassionally

Grasping. Frequently

Speaking. Constantly

Hearing. Constantly

Repetitive Motions. Constantly

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Frequently

Benefits A****vailable

Continuing Education

403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match Contributions

Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Services Insurance

Wellness Programs and Incentives

Referral Bonuses

Employee Assistance Program

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

License + Certification Reimbursement

Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Employee Discount Program

Other:

Early Access to Earned Wages

Tuition Assistance

Relocation Assistance

Paid Time Away

Special Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers

About North Mississippi Health Services

North Mississippi Health Services (NMHS) is a diversified regional health care organization serving 24 counties in north Mississippi and northwest Alabama and is one of the largest employers in Mississippi with over 6,900 employees. NMHS covers a broad range of acute diagnostic and therapeutic services offered through North Mississippi Medical Center (NMMC) in Tupelo, Community Hospital System, and North Mississippi Medical Clinics. NMHS strives to improve the health for people in this region by providing conveniently accessible and cost-effective healthcare of the highest quality.