Medical Technician - Chester, United States - Tidewater Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Associates, P.A.
Tidewater Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Associates, P.A.
Chester, United States
Verified Company
3 weeks ago
Description
Job description
The Physical Therapy Aide/Medical Technician is responsible for the technical skills encompassing patient care and related tasks under the direction of the Physical Therapist.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
- Prepares treatment area for patients by wiping off beds or tables and changing linen
- Assists therapist with initiation of patient treatment: prepare hot packs, icepacks and gathering equipment such as electrical stimulation, ultrasound, etc.
- Assists therapist with patient care: monitor therapeutic exercise programs and communicate increases of reps and weights per instruction of therapist
- Cleans and sanitizes all therapy equipment as indicated on a daily, weekly or as needed basis
- Monitors linen inventory and storage
- Oversees therapy supplies inventory
- Prepares supply order and fax to administration within the scheduled time frame
- Completes janitorial responsibilities as indicated by the office manager
- Provides assistance to office staff when time permits by performing administrative tasks such as obtaining patient intake information, scheduling patients, and answering phones
- Performs other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES):
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations and preventative measures (HIPAA confidentiality etc.)
- Exemplary customer service experience including client relationships and job knowledge
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively; ability to critically think
- Knowledge of quality control
- Ability to exercise manual dexterity, control precision and armhand steadiness accurately
- Ability to be empathetic with patients; ability to maintain confidentiality'
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Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Chester, MD 21619: Relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location:
In person