Rehab Technician, Rehab Services at Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Location Address

6301 Forest Hills Dr NE Albuquerque, NM 87109-4137 Compensation Pay Range: Minimum Offer $16.36 Maximum Offer $22.29

Summary

• Responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized Rehabilitation Department environment. Assists Physical and Occupational Therapists with patient care activities, treatment preparation, equipment management, and other departmental responsibilities. Performs patient care procedures and therapeutic interventions under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist. The Rehabilitation Technician II may assume additional advanced responsibilities upon successful completion of department-approved training and demonstrated competency as outlined in the Technician Skills Checklist. Performs all duties in accordance with established policies, procedures, and patient safety standards. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. • Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities • Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern) • Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions) • Malpractice liability insurance • Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department • EPIC electronic charting system
• Type of Opportunity: Full time FTE: 1.00 Job Exempt: No Work Shift: Weekday Schedule Monday-Friday (United States of America)

Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and overall upkeep of the Rehabilitation Department to ensure a safe and efficient patient care environment.
• Assist therapists and therapy assistants with patient care activities, treatment preparation, and other departmental functions.
• Perform patient care procedures and supportive therapeutic activities under the direction and supervision of a licensed clinician.
• Demonstrate knowledge of growth and development principles across the lifespan and provide support appropriate to the age and needs of the patients served.
• Apply basic knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and rehabilitation modalities in support of patient care services.
• Provide support in a variety of rehabilitation settings, including inpatient, outpatient, and aquatic environments.
• Independently lead aquatic and wellness classes for community members at designated CDS locations.
• Adhere to departmental policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements while contributing to a positive patient experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a health-related field, such as Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Nutrition, Health Education, Health Behavior, or a related discipline; or Bachelor's degree in any field with completion of prerequisite coursework required for admission to a healthcare professional program (e.g., Physician Assistant, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, or Nursing); or Five (5) years of experience as a Rehabilitation Technician with Presbyterian Healthcare Services (PHS) in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
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Benefits

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• About Presbyterian Healthcare Services Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve.
• We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group.
• Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.
• Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.
• AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED.
• PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
• Compensation Disclaimer The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.
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