Therapy Tech 1

Baylor Scott & White Health

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Therapy Technician 1 assists patients, prepares the treatment area, and administers treatment as directed by the supervising clinician.

Requirements

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days or hire or transfer.

Nice To Haves

• Operating and maintaining physical therapy equipment.
• Working in a healthcare environment.
• Knowing standard policies, procedures and OSHA regulations.
• Proficiency in the use of office equipment and computer programs, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and sanitizes treatment rooms for patient care.
• Follows cleaning practices for equipment and treatment surfaces along with performing preventable maintenance checks on department equipment.
• Escorts patients to the treatment area in preparation for treatment.
• Assists with the provisions of therapy treatment, under the direction of a supervising clinician.
• Guides and monitors patients during exercise programs.
• Assists with patient mobility to include bed mobility, transfers and gait.
• Utilizes modalities correctly and answers patient questions regarding use of modalities.
• Adheres to safety practices with patient guarding.
• Drapes the patient appropriately to preserve patient modesty.
• Assists with personal care and hygiene of patients as needed.
• Performs activities of Daily Living (ADL) observation and assistance during patient care.
• Assists with splint fabrication.
• Assists with wound care to include set up of supplies and assisting with patient positioning.
• Communicates issues regarding patient performance or change in status to the responsible clinician.
• Refers patient to the clinician for communication outside of scope of care.
• Leads and\or assists with group treatment.
• Monitors and orders supplies according to departmental guidelines.
• Performs administrative duties such as verifying patient charges, patient scheduling, filing, or faxing.
• Drives vehicles transporting patients In select locations. Staff members operating a hospital owned vehicle will have to meet all applicable policies related to driving.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED