RESTORATIVE TECHNICIAN – REHAB Position Available In Queens, New York

RESTORATIVE TECHNICIAN – REHAB 3.9 3.9

out of 5 stars 29-01 216th Street, Bayside, NY 11360 The Restorative Technician performs direct and indirect rehab care services to the residents’ of St. Mary’s Hospital for Children under the direct supervision of licensed staff. Supports Health Care System’s mission to provide the highest quality of care by complying with regulatory guidelines and meeting agency standards.

JOB DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Provides direct restorative rehab care according to written medical orders for rehab practices such as Ambulation and Restorative and Habilitative Standing. Assists licensed therapist and provides a direct supportive role to the therapeutic team with treatments and within all departments as needed. Collaborates with licensed Rehabilitation and medical team to develop rehab care plan and multidisciplinary team as needed. Documents, when appropriate and necessary, all rehab care practices performed in our electronic medical record. Tracks data and reports patient progress and functional status to the Rehab team members. Participates in research protocols including data collection as needed. Completes weekly caseload assignments efficiently. Engages patients in age-appropriate socialization/stimulation. Maintains department equipment by cleaning, disinfecting, maintaining orderly condition and reporting defective equipment. Facilitates the smooth functioning of the department to which assigned by performing administrative tasks and clerical duties. Maintains inventory of department equipment and supplies. Participates in patient, family and staff education. Actively seeks out opportunities to enhance present knowledge.

Formal education required:

Bachelor’s Degree required; Exercise Science, Neuroscience, Psychology or Health Science major preferred Active CPR certification required Previous experience required: Six months patient care experience in a pediatric health care facility preferred. Worked under the direct supervision of a physical therapist or assistant preferred. Join our fabulous team of professionals where big hearts help little patients! We

RECOGNIZE

ability and REWARD excellence. We offer a competitive salary and generous benefits: Excellent individual/family benefits Generous paid time off Tuition reimbursement Life insurance Flexible spending accounts 403(b) retirement plan St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children is committed to nurturing a compassionate environment that welcomes all children, young adults, families, and staff; built on the belief that what makes us different makes us stronger, and provides unity throughout our community St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V/SO