What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rehab Patient Support Tech - PRN position at Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation - Inpatient?
Overview
Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation - Neuro Transitional Rehabilitation
*Joint venture with Select Medical *
Dallas, TX
Neuro Rehab Coach
(Rehab Support Tech, Therapy Aide, Caregiver, CNA, PCT)
PRN
(6:45a.m - 7:15 p.m.)
Compensation: $22.00 per hour
This position functions under the direction of rehabilitation therapists and nurses to help individuals with a brain injury or spinal cord injury, regain their independence and return home. In this position you will be part of the therapy and nursing team and you will have a key role in helping patients re-learn to walk, talk, dress, cook, and manage their own medical needs. Experience with TBI or SCI a plus!
Why Join Us:
- Start Strong: Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting
- Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
- Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care
Responsibilities
An ideal candidate has a passion for serving and helping others, previous experience in the healthcare field as a technician or direct care provider or in school pursuing a degree in related field
On a daily basis:
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- Help patients with day to day living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, eating, cooking, washing clothes, make their bed, loading the dishwasher, cleaning their suite, etc.
- Driving patients into the community for medical appointments, community activities
- Assisting the rehabilitation therapists with patient activities
- Assisting patients with nurse delegated tasks after completing the training we provide to ensure your competency. These tasks may include taking vital signs, medication administration, and peg tube feedings
- Additional tasks as needed
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: High School diploma or equivalent required
- Current State Driver’s License in good standing required
- Certified BLS completion required; for new hires, see CPR Requirement Guidelines for New Hires
Preferred Experience
- Previous Neuro Transitional Rehab experience preferred
- Therapy or Rehab Aide Preferred
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) or Certified Medication aide preferred
- Experience working with TBI and SCI patients preferred
Additional Data
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Salary : $22
