Paxxon Healthcare Services, a national provider of Rehabilitation Services, is currently seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Rehabilitation Technician to join our dedicated therapy team that helps in meeting the therapy needs of seniors.We are proud to remain a therapist-owned and operated company that believes in a unique and innovative approach to geriatric care.With a friendly, highly skilled staff and a supportive and responsive management team, we are excited to offer a rewarding work environment in both Independent and Assisted Living Facilities. We have a well-respected therapy team with a focus on functional clinical programs that help seniors stay healthy and safe.POSITION SUMMARYA Rehabilitation Technician works under close supervision of the Regional Director of Operations and performs tasks that do not require professional training or education. The Rehabilitation Technician is located in designated rehab departments also meets therapists' needs as well as routine tasks assigned.POSITION DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Receive work assignments concerning preparation of tasks from the Therapists.
Obtain supplies necessary for use in therapist's patient treatments.
Assist therapists during ambulation and gait training, ADLS, speech and swallowing services.
Observe patients and notifies therapists of patient distress or malfunctioning equipment.
Maintain neatness of therapy department.
Transport patients safely to therapy and return patient to appropriate area after completion of therapy.
Complete other tasks to assist in safe and efficient operations within the therapy department.
Assist in creating lists for supplies necessary for use in various facilities.
Assist in maintenance of administrative record keeping systems.
Facilitate the wellness programs at the various facilities as assigned.
Running exercise classes
Working with patients
Assisting therapists
Cleaning department
EDUCATION AND TRAININGRehabilitation Technicians are not required to have a degree; however, we strongly prefer healthcare, exercise and/or geriatric related experience and background knowledge.