Rehabilitation Technician

SUMMARY This position is responsible for assisting providers in the Rehabilitation Department with patient care tasks. Maintains the environment of care and assists in management of Rehab Department paperwork as assigned. This position will directly support the audiology department. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Assists therapists in preparation for therapy appointments by transporting necessary equipment to treatment room as directed Assist with administrative tasks such as patient phone calls, faxes, emails, scheduling, communicating with vendors or other tasks as needed Create patient therapeutic materials for onsite therapies or home sessions, per clinician recommendations Maintain cleanliness, organization, and supply inventory of treatment rooms and storage areas Processing broken assistive devices or equipment and send items for repair; completing claims for lost or damaged devices; processing return for credits Assumes responsibility for maintaining a clean and safe environment of care in the Rehab Department treatment areas as assigned Provides video and photography services, as assigned by therapists, during patient assessments and treatments Performs basic adjustments, modifications and repairs to mechanical therapy equipment, ambulation aids and adaptive equipment Performs other duties as required and assigned KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of basic trouble-shooting techniques for patient equipment Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant software skills Skill in performing car seat evaluation/fitting and installation (CPS certified) if applicable Skill in the removal and applications of casts if applicable Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient, personnel, and corporate data Ability to effectively manage time with a proven ability to meet deadlines; organization and attention to detail Ability to provide support services to clinical providers during the examination, treatment, social and/or vocational development of the pediatric patient Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-volume and fast-paced environment Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with patients, their families, clinic staff and community members Ability to operate personal computer and related office equipment as needed to perform job function