Therapy Technician Georgia Hand, Shoulder &Elbow Marietta, GA Job Details 1 day ago Qualifications Writing skills Presentations for conferences or internal meetings Computer skills Clinical confidentiality policies

Full Job Description Description:

Job Summary:

The Therapy Technician will provide all support functions regarding patient treatment, to the Occupational Therapists and administrative support to the Therapy Coordinator.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Splinting:

Assist the therapist by cutting out a drawn splint pattern from a thermoplastic material Apply straps or riveted straps and Velcro to splints Smoothen rough or pressing edges on splints Sew splint straps or garments as needed Clean and pad splints before they are fitted by the therapist Assist the therapist with the forming of orthotics (pinch-ons, large splints) Pre-cut blanks with cutter, precut Velcro blanks Restock splint island shelves Fabricate splint kits, including, pre-made straps Clean splint pans and split scissors Assist with reordering of monthly supplies Maintain the sewing machine in working order

Wound Care Area:

Clean whirlpools after use Disinfect debridement tables after use Restock essential supplies for daily use Scrub and package debridement tools

Shoulder Room:

Restock towels, sheets and pillowcases as they are laundered Change towels, sheets and pillowcases after each patient use and disinfect tables Clean and refill hydrocollator monthly Refill ultrasound gel containers weekly Return hot packs to hydrocollator after each patient use Top off hydrocollator water daily

Modalities:

Clean paraffin excess and refill daily; clean paraffin machines monthly Clean the filter in the fluidotherapy machine bi-monthly.

Clinic Area:

Interview new patients and complete intake information in writing or into the computer Assist with patient flow; help the patient questions or concerns regarding check in, check out or moving to the next area of treatment Clean and straighten therapy clinic during and after treatments Straighten weight area during and after treatments Maintain the BTE work simulator in working order Wipe down doors and lockers Refill lotions and gels Wipe down therapy tables at the end of the day Restock all billable items ordered Make copies of patient handouts to replenish supplies Additional Responsibilities Assist with ordering and restocking monthly supplies for splinting, wound care, modalities, therapy supplies for the clinic. Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Required Skills/Abilities:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to prioritize tasks. Excellent speaking and presentation skills. Ability to maintain confidential records, PHI.

Education and Experience:

College Degree is preferred, but not required Experience in an Orthopedic setting preferred

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of standing and walking. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Please note:

Therapy Technicians are not to engage in patient evaluations, treatment planning or patient care unless directly assisting a therapist who is carrying out the treatment plan.