Physical Therapy Technician

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary:

The Physical Therapy Technician provides patient care within established and verified competencies under the direction and supervision of the appropriate licensed staff. Responsible for mentoring Technicians and Students. Performs routine tasks related to the operation of the Rehab Services department. Collaborates with other healthcare team members and physicians in a multi-disciplinary fashion to deliver the highest quality of care. Participates in CQI activities. Facilitates the provision of excellent customer service.

Responsibilities:

Patients and families: Provide patient care and information. Address concerns and complaints. Project a positive image of the department and hospital. Physicians and other healthcare team members: Promote coordination of care. Address concerns and complaints. Community and Business: Provide education. Promote department and hospital.

Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

• High School Diploma

EXPERIENCE

• None

LICENSURE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION

• Must be certified in-house within nine months of employment. Certification includes establishing clinical competencies and passing a departmental exam.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS

• Analytical abilities to problem solve with positive solutions. Good interpersonal and communication skills required to facilitate interactions with stated customers and staff members.

Job Details

Legal Employer: Lenoir Health

Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care

Organization Unit: Physical Therapy

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: LENOIR MEM

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.