Rehab Clinical Assistant, PRN, Bronson Lakeview/Bronson South Haven Outpatient Rehab

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Location

BLH Bronson LakeView Outpatient Center (BLOC), BSH Bronson South Haven

Title

Rehab Clinical Assistant, PRN, Bronson Lakeview/Bronson South Haven Outpatient Rehab

Looking to gain hands-on experience in a clinical setting while making a real impact on patients’ lives? The Rehab Clinical Assistant role is a fantastic opportunity, especially for students pursuing a career in Physical or Occupational Therapy. In this supportive, fast-paced environment, you'll work closely with licensed therapists to assist patients of all ages as they progress through their rehabilitation journey. You’ll help with non-billable therapeutic exercises, assist with co-treatments, transport patients, maintain a clean and safe space, and support therapists with daily tasks like whirlpool therapy and equipment prep. It is a chance to see therapy in action, build foundational skills, and strengthen your understanding of patient care.

This is more than just an entry-level position. It is a valuable stepping stone for future clinicians. You’ll develop comfort and confidence in a healthcare setting, gain exposure to documentation in the electronic medical record, learn to communicate with a multidisciplinary team, and get a feel for the rhythm of working directly with patients. If you’re a therapy student looking to grow your knowledge while contributing meaningfully to the care of others, this is an exciting and fulfilling role that can help shape your future in the field.

Under the supervision of a Rehabilitation Therapist, and in accordance with defined policies and procedures for the department, the Rehab Clinical Assistant provides technical patient care to a pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient population as assigned by the therapist. Duties may include the performance of basic technical skills not requiring licensure, such as, but not limited to: filing, data entry, copying and answering phones; assisting patients with non-billable therapeutic exercise and activities under the supervision of a therapist; Rehab Clinical Assistant will chart in the electronic medical record the exercises performed with patients on the Ortho Unit; assisting the Physical Therapist with the whirlpool activities; assisting the Physical Therapist and/or Occupational Therapist with a co-treatment that requires a second persons help; patient transportation; department maintenance activities (stocking supplies, moving equipment, ordering and procuring supplies, cleaning equipment, etc.); and basic customer service (directions, visitor control, and other functions as needed). All activities that the Rehab Clinical Assistant provides to the patient are non-billable activities. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Experience in a health care delivery system preferred.
BLS certification within 3 months of hire required
Successful completion of the organization, department and job specific competencies within 3 months of hire
• Basic medical terminology knowledge preferred
• Able to read and interpret data from equipment and computers.
• Keyboarding skills to operate a PC/mobile device.
• Ability to gather data and follow appropriate plan of action, established by the therapist, and within the scope of the Rehab Clinical Assistant role.
• Able to use copier and fax machine.
• Ability to cross train and attain competencies in other areas within Rehabilitation Services.
• Skill and proficiency in oral and written grammar of English, communication and basic mathematics

Work which produces levels of mental/visual fatigue which are typical of jobs that perform a wide variety of duties with frequent and significant uncontrollable deadlines. Work may include the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT up to 40 percent of the time.
Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (i.e., 20 pounds or less) and assisting with heavier tasks such as assisting in lifting and moving patients. Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed, and some fatiguing physical motions are required.
• Provides information, direction, and assistance as appropriate to persons entering the department.
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