Rehab Tech - St. Charles Parish Hospital - Full Time - Days

Job title: Rehab Tech - St. Charles Parish Hospital - Full Time - Days in Luling, LA - New Orleans, LA at Slidell Memorial Hospital

Company: Slidell Memorial Hospital

Job description: We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!This job, under direct on-premises supervision of a licensed physical or occupational therapist and according to detailed instructions, competency completion, policies and procedures, provides therapeutic modality treatments as assigned, prepares therapy areas and patients for treatments, and transports patients by use of wheelchairs and stretchers. Maintains all equipment and environment to assure that they are clean, operable, and safe. The Rehab Technician performs isolation techniques as outlined in Infection Control policy.EducationRequired - High School diploma or equivalentPreferred - Some college coursework in Healthcare SciencesWork ExperienceRequired - Five years releveant experience, or pursuing an education in PT/OT or PTA/COTA program may be subsitituted in lieu of experience.CertificationsRequired - Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart AssociationKnowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information.


• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, keyboard, and various software packages specific to role.


• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.

Job Duties

• Prepares/maintains work area for treatment including ordering of supplies/linen and pharmaceuticals; orients and mentors new staff in needs of assigned area.


• Monitors and assists in patient-care as specifically instructed by the therapist according to their competencies.


• Assists with generalized office and front desk procedures.


• Transports patients to/from department or room via w/c or stretcher, as directed by professional staff in a safe and courteous manner.


• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.

Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.Physical and Environmental DemandsThe physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York, Washington, and Washington D.C.Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination based on any characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. These protections extend to applicants and all employment related decisions.

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Location: Luling, LA - New Orleans, LA

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