Physical Therapy Technician Position Available In Lenoir, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: The Physical Therapy Technician at Lenoir Health, part of UNC Lenoir Health Care, works full-time with a 40-hour standard week schedule at Lenoir MEM. This role involves providing patient care, mentoring technicians and students, and collaborating with healthcare team members to deliver quality care. Requirements include a high school diploma and certification within nine months of employment.
Job Description
Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.
Summary:
The Physical Therapy Technician provides patient care within established and verified competencies under the direction and supervision of the appropriate licensed staff. Responsible for mentoring Technicians and Students. Performs routine tasks related to the operation of the Rehab Services department. Collaborates with other healthcare team members and physicians in a multi-disciplinary fashion to deliver the highest quality of care. Participates in CQI activities. Facilitates the provision of excellent customer service.
Responsibilities:
Patients and families: Provide patient care and information. Address concerns and complaints. Project a positive image of the department and hospital. Physicians and other healthcare team members: Promote coordination of care. Address concerns and complaints.
Community and Business:
Provide education. Promote department and hospital.
Other information:
Qualifications
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
High School Diploma
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
None.
LICENSURE/REGISTRATION/ CERTIFICATION
Must be certified in-house within nine months of employment. Certification includes establishing clinical competencies and passing a departmental exam.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS
Analytical abilities to problem solve with positive solutions. Good interpersonal and communication skills required to facilitate interactions with stated customers and staff members.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Exposure to bloodborne pathogens, temperature changes and occasional noxious odors. Stressful work periods occasionally encountered.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Standing for most of the day lifting/assisting patients with transfers, bed mobility and ambulation as well as their exercise programs.
Job Details Legal Employer:
Lenoir Health Entity:
UNC Lenoir Health Care Organization Unit:
Physical Therapy Work Type:
Full Time Standard Hours Per Week:
40.00
Work Assignment Type:
Onsite Work Schedule:
Day Job Location of Job:
LENOIR MEM
Exempt From Overtime:
Exempt:
No PDN-9efa0b3e-3613-4217-831e-7c75d344862f
