Ovation Communities Hiring For CNA Certified Full Time Rehab Technician at Milwaukee, WI  Full Time

Company Overview:

The Jewish Home and Care Center is a non-profit group in the senior living industry. As part of Ovation Communities, we have been serving the people of the Greater Milwaukee area for over 100 years. These services are achieved through a team-work philosophy that is inspired through effective organizational skills, continuous quality improvement efforts and maintaining a balance between professionalism and the ability to have fun.
 

Position Objectives:

The primary function of the Rehab Technician is to assist the therapy practice in a non-clinical capacity. The Rehab Technician will provide support services for licensed Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy staff, such as cleaning and sanitizing treatment areas and equipment; inventory control i.e. ordering, and stocking supplies; performing clerical duties; and transporting residents to and from treatment sessions.

Essential Functions:

1. Provide support services for Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist and/or Speech Language Pathologist
2. Assist residents by helping them walk, sit or stand, and transport them to and from therapy room as requested. Help residents prepare for therapy session by making them comfortable.
3. Assist resident in training and rehabilitation; range of motion, occupational tasks and walking.
4. Set up treatment under the direction of licensed staff. May conduct routine non-clinical patient care tasks, such as applying hot/cold packs or hydrotherapy.
5. Remove and re-apply supportive devices before and after treatment.
6. Maintain treatment areas by cleaning and sanitizing equipment and supplies on a daily basis according to established guidelines and standards.
7. Inventory, order and stock various supplies, equipment and tools as needed or requested by the therapy staff.
8. Perform clerical duties as directed such as answering the phone, greeting residents, completing paperwork, scheduling appointments, and processing billing information.
9. Understand and observe infection control policies and procedures through proper handling of materials.
10. Responsible for the safety of residents under his/her care.

Qualifications:

1. Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
2. Must have current physical examination showing freedom from certain types of communicable diseases.
3. Must have current Cardio Pulmonary Recitation Card (CPR) issued by recognized provider such as American Heart Association or American Red Cross that includes hands on skills verification or be able to obtain CPR training and card within 30-days of hire date.
4. Must have strong organizational and excellent customer service skills.
5. Must be able to follow directions clearly and efficiently.
6. Prefer prior work experience in aging related fields, social services, and/or activities with direct patient care experience.
7. Prefer previous work experience operating standard office equipment (e.g., copier, computer, etc.).
8. Prefer intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Products such as Outlook, Windows, Excel and Word.

Educational Requirements

• Technical school or some college

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer. People of color, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.