Técnico em Reabilitação

About the Job Medstar Health is looking for a  Rehabilitation Technician  to join our team at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital! The ideal candidate will be a skilled rehabilitation technician to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, staff, and the public.      The  Rehabilitation Technician  in this position will aid and assist Occupational Therapists (OT), Physical Therapists (PT), and Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs) with the treatment of their patients. They may also be required to perform non-patient care related duties such as inventory, supply ordering, transportation of patients, and administrative duties as assigned. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and MedStar Georgetown's philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards.     Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro  region,   also  recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next  great career  move!     Primary Duties:   • Under direct supervision: aids patients in practicing exercises, functional activities and checking vital signs as directed by OT’s, PT’s, and SLP’s; assists PT/OT with patients receiving wound care therapy, including preparation and clean-up, applying dressings, and patient transfers in and out of wound care area; properly fits and directs patients in the care and use of crutches, walkers, and other ambulatory devices, such as slings, braces, orthotics, etc.    • Assists OT with Activities of Daily Living treatment utilizing appropriate adaptive equipment as directed. Assists in the provision of treatments; assists OT/PT/SLP in positioning, handling, and stabilizing patients; transports equipment needed as requested by OT/PT/SLP.    • Organizes, maintains and cleans treatment areas and equipment. Maintains an inventory of supplies and orders equipment according to par levels. Maintains all equipment and/or applicable logs. Performs administrative duties as necessary to include faxing, scanning/indexing, calling patients, scheduling patients, and form development/enhancement. Coordinates and prioritizes own schedule in relation to demands of patient treatment and other department responsibilities.   • Transports patients to and from the department, helping prepare patients for transport and patient transfers.      Qualifications:     • High School Diploma or GED.   • Basic Life Support (BLS).   • B.S. degree in a medical science or exercise science preferred.   This position has a hiring range of USD $18.70 - USD $32.72 /Hr.