Rehab Tech Inpatient

Overview

The Rehabilitation Technician will transfer and transport patients and provide patientcare under direct supervision of a clinician within the policies and procedures ofboth the Institute and the departmental program, and in accordance with Lawsand Regulations of the State of Maryland. The incumbent will assist clinical staff inthe provision of patient care programs and perform supportive tasks, includingthose serving the administrative, maintenance, and operational needs of theprogram. This position requires proficiency in at least one area of concentrationwhich is meaningful and of value to the department.

Responsibilities

1. Responsible for overseeing one or more programmatic areas ofconcentration/responsibility.2. Prepare, maintain, and clean patient treatment areas before & after treatmentsessions. Adhere to Kennedy Krieger Institute policies regarding patient & staffsafety, hygiene, patient privacy, and patient-specific and standard precautions.3. Assist in the practice of therapeutic exercise & functional activities programsunder direct supervision of a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, orCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) per Maryland state law.4. Demonstrate appropriate application and removal of electrodes and orthoticdevices, as well as technical proficiency of adaptive equipment andrehabilitation modalities. Informs clinicians of any adverse effects.5. Greet, transport, and assist patients with hygiene and/or dressing needs.6. Remind and clarify appointment schedules for patients in conjunction withclinicians’ treatment plans and care center scheduling.7. Provide general program overview and conduct tours of the clinic for newpatients and families.8. Maintain program supplies, including ordering, inventory control, labeling, andstoring supplies.9. Participate in maintenance, organization, care, cleaning, transport, tracking,scheduling and safe storage of equipment. Identify and correct/report qualitycontrol problems, such as removal and coordinating repair of brokenequipment or environmental hazards.10. Actively participate in meetings and committees including execution of tasksrelated to preparing for regulatory review and performance improveme

Qualifications

Must possess and maintain certification from an accredited institution inRehabilitation Therapy Aide required.• Must possess and maintain cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificationfrom the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.EDUCATION:• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent required.• Associate’s degree preferred.• Enrollment in health occupation curriculum, certification, or academic programis preferred.EXPERIENCE:• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Rehabilitation Aide, RehabilitationTechnician, or a comparable position required.• Experience working with or treating children or adults with developmental oracquired disabilities is preferred.

Minimum pay range

USD $15.58/Hr.

Maximum pay range

USD $24.32/Hr.