Rehab Technician

Allied Health

UW Health 9th Street Clinic

PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION SUPPORT STAFF

Full Time · Day/Eve · Hours could vary between 6:30am-6:30pm Monday-Friday

POSITION SUMMARY:
Performs designated tasks related to the operation of the rehabilitation department. Serves as a liaison between departments involved in physical rehabilitation of the patient, collaborating with the patient, nursing staff, and physical, occupational and speech therapists. Serves as a central point of communication between therapists while scheduling patient care. May assist with patient related activities as assigned by therapist and therapist assistant. Follows and helps develop and refine standard work for the department and is involved in continuous process improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives as well as Health System initiatives.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:
Certification as a Nursing Assistant or one year of relevant health care experience preferred. Experience in a hospital environment preferred. A working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel preferred. BLS/CPR certification required.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
Current RN licensure from the State of Illinois. Bi-annual CPR certification.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required. Good telephone and typing skills. Ability to establish effective working relationships and clearly and calmly communicate in English both verbally and in writing with patients, medical staff and the public. Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks quickly in a fast-paced environment. Ability to respond to emergency situations with poise and good judgment. Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal with all levels of staff within the organization and community under varied conditions. Ability to handle and operate a variety of patient support equipment, general office equipment and computer. Ability to handle medical equipment and perform physical assistance to patients during transfers, bed mobility, ADLS, and ambulation while following mobility restrictions.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.

Job Type: Full-time