Exercise Technician | Casual

ChristianaCare

  • Wilmington, DE
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 10 days ago
ChristianaCare is currently seeking an Exercise Technician. Work days/hours are Sundays and Mondays from 8:00 to 4:30 with the opportunity to pick up additional shifts. This position is located at the In Patient Rehabilitation Department at the Wilmington Hospital.PRIMARY FUNCTION:To provide supportive services in the Physical Therapy Department.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Assists the therapist in treatment preparation for group or individual sessions. Sessions include, but are not limited to, hot and cold packs, routine follow-up exercises, and ambulation
  • Maintains the work area in a neat and orderly fashion, safe for patient care. Cleans and prepares equipment for patient use
  • Assists with clerical duties as needed; answering phones, scheduling patient appointments, scheduling patient transportation, scanning, filing, faxing, and communication with referral resources
  • Maintains a current inventory of patient supplies and equipment
  • Assists therapists in medical equipment ordering
  • Monitors patient flow within the department; occasionally assisting with patient transport. May assist with community outings
  • Demonstrates skills and knowledge necessary to provide care appropriate to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, including knowledge of growth and development, the ability to obtain and interpret information to identify patient needs, and to provide the care needed
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
  • High School graduate or equivalent
  • Currently enrolled in a pre-PT program through an accredited University is preferred
  • Previous experience working or volunteering in a Physical Therapy setting is preferred

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