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FTE: 1.000000

Shift: Days

Location: RIVERSIDE MEDICAL CENTER

 

Summary:

The Rehab Technician assists the licensed staff member in designated duties related to patient care. Also performs supportive functions such as transporting patients, activities related to patient self care, cleaning equipment, checking inventory, etc.

 

Experience/Education Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent.Training through job orientation

 

License or Certification Requirements:

None

 

 

Responsibilities:

Abides by all regulatory standards by completing assigned checklists in a timely manner.Applies and removes therapeutic modalities as directed by and under the supervision of licensed staff.Assists licensed staff members with therapeutic and social dining.Assists the licensed staff in patient care duties.Communicates effectively with all members of the patient care team and with persons served.Keeps treatment areas clean and tidy before, during and after patient care times.Maintains equipment: assigns wheelchairs and walkers appropriately to patients, maintains equipment maintenance log, on a daily basis ensures equipment is cleaned and appropriate for patient use, and removes equipment from services as appropriate for maintenance and repair.Participates in quality improvement efforts.Performs supportive functions such as cleaning equipment, checking inventory and restocking equipment/suppliesSupports front desk and scheduling activity when needed.Transports patients to and from rehab services department and patient care unit, or other locations as needed.Utilize therapeutic equipment for patient care as instructed by licensed staff member.

 

 

Education:
Essential:
* HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA

 

Riverside Healthcare is revolutionizing care using leading-edge technology to diagnose and treat patients. We are ranked top in the nation for performance in neurosurgery, orthopedics, and heart surgery and have also been named one of the nation's 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics seven times. Riverside is nationally recognized for our specialty programs in obstetrics, trauma, oncology, rehabilitation, geriatrics, occupational health, psychiatric services, and treatment of alcohol and chemical dependency, as well as patient safety. We combine innovation and convenience at state-of-the-art facilities located in communities throughout the greater Kankakee area.

Riverside Medical Center proves that truly progressive medicine is being delivered in Chicago's southwest suburbs and East Central Illinois. Join a team that is not only concerned with providing the best care possible but also with offering a work environment of advancement and growth. Riverside is a place that embraces a culture where opinions count and dedications is respected, where superior performance is rewarded with competitive salaries and excellent benefits.

 

Other information:

Exposure/Sensory Requirements

 

 

Exposure to:
Chemicals: Clorazene, Virex, Germicidal wipes, Liquid paper.
Video Display Terminals: Average
Blood and Body Fluids:Overall, there is a minimal risk of exposure to blood and body fluid. Potential risk would be in the event of patient incontinence and open wounds treated in hydrotherapy. There is also some potential for risk in equipment failure such as a catheter or IV breaking.
TB or Airborne Pathogens: Minimal.

 

Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch):
Speech: Needed for communication with patients and staff.
Vision: Needed for reading and patient observation.
Smell: N/A
Hearing: Needed for patient communication.
Touch: needed for manipulation of equipment.

 

Activity/Lifting Requirements  

 

Average Hours per Week: varies

 

Shift: Days

 

Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:
Sit: 5%
Twist: 5%
Stand: 35%
Crawl: 0%
Walk: 35%
Kneel: 2%
Lift: 10%
Drive: 0%
Squat: 5%
Climb: 0%
Bend: 5%
Reach above shoulders: 1%

 

The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:
Up to 10 lbs: Frequently
Up to 20 lbs: Frequently
Up to 35 lbs: Frequently
Up to 60 lbs: Occasionally
Up to 75 lbs: Not Required
Up to 100 lbs: Not Required
Over 100 lbs: Not Required

Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example: the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.):
Demonstration of proper body mechanics for lift/carry

 

Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity:
Sit: 60
Twist: