Rehabilitation Technician
We are seeking a Rehabilitation Technician whose duties and responsibilities related to patient care in the ambulatory clinic environment. The individual displays responsible behaviors, communicates effectively and functions as a member of the healthcare team. Will function under the direct supervision and authority of the physician when performing clinical tasks during patient care. Reports to clinic supervisor, who is responsible for administrative supervision, staff development, and orientation of the technician to the area’s policies and procedures. Must demonstrate competency in all skills related to the performance of patient care. Maintains an inventory of examination/procedure room supplies, assists in the organization of efficient patient flow, and organizes the clinic environment to assure patient safety. Demonstrates problem-solving skills as they relate to patient care activities.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Serves in a role as Rehab Technician.
- Under clinical supervision, performs delegated procedures common to the specialty area in a safe, effective, and efficient manner according to Clinical Practice Policy and Procedures. This will include the application of non-invasive brain stimulation procedures in the rehabilitation technician role.
- Collects patient information at intake. Obtains and records patient’s vital signs: temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, weight and height in the Electronic Medical Record (EPIC).
- Obtains additional data from patient and significant other based on initial data collection.
- Reports abnormal findings to the provider in a timely manner.
- Assists patients to exam room and prepares patients for examination.
- Assists patients in wheelchairs and stretchers with transfers to and from exam tables, procedure tables, and scales utilizing proper body mechanics and safety measures.
- Identifies patients with special needs.
- Performs chart review prior to clinic visit to obtain historical data.
- Assists practitioner in identified patient procedures/treatments/examinations, (preparation, positioning, supplies, equipment).
- Confirms and clarifies written orders prior to implementation of delegated tasks.
- Maintains and uses principles of aseptic techniques and infection control when performing clinical duties and tasks.
- Appropriately obtains and manages clinic collect lab specimens per the EPIC process.
- Recognizes emergency situations and implements emergency procedures according to clinic guidelines.
- Provides appropriate patient instructions, health information materials and community resource lists as directed, and maintains educational supplies.
- Identifies patient’s need for additional information and refers to appropriate healthcare resources.
- In close partnership with health care team, assures smooth and efficient patient flow and clinical operation.
- Orders, stocks, and maintains exam rooms and clinic areas with standard levels of supplies, linens, nourishments, forms and equipment.
- Checks clinic area and rooms for malfunctioning equipment and general maintenance problems on a regular basis. Reports findings to appropriate person or arranges for repairs as required.
- Ensures that soiled linen, needle containers and potentially infectious waste are appropriately disposed and removed from the clinic and exam area according to the infection control guidelines.
- Performs related and delegated tasks, which includes requests for prescription refills, taking and relaying messages, directing patient flow and running errands.
- Problem solves obstacles to throughput process and notifies manager and patients of wait time.
- Identifies opportunities for performance improvement and provides input for the development of solutions.
- Identifies and uses a variety of resources to validate patient care decisions.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care or service based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served in assigned service area. The required skills and knowledge may be gained through education training or experience. Neonate Adult: 18—64 years of age, Pediatric/Adolescent: Under 18 Geriatric 65 and older.
- Supports casting.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or graduation equivalent.
- Two years of related clinical experience.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
Classified Title: Clinic Technician
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Rehabilitation Technician
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC
Starting Salary Range: $15.70 - $26.25 HRLY ($36,000 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F/8a-5p
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM PMR Physical Med and Rehabilitation
Personnel area: School of Medicine