Therapy Tech

Baylor Scott & White Health

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Waco, Texas

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Therapy Technician assists clinicians by preparing treatment areas, sanitizing equipment, and guiding patients through exercise programs. They also handle patient mobility, personal care, and administrative tasks, including driving patients in select locations.

Qualifications

You have a High School Diploma/GED and less than 1 year of experience in a healthcare environment. You are also proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel and possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or will obtain it within 30 days of hire.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job Description

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

This position will be 10am-6 pm, this is a van driver position 

Our Core Values are:

  • We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
  • We never settle by constantly striving for better.
  • We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
  • We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

  • Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
  • 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Therapy Technician 1 assists patients, prepares the treatment area and administers treatment as directed by the supervising clinician.

Essential Functions of the Role

  • Prepares and sanitizes treatment rooms for patient care. Follows cleaning practices for equipment and surfaces. Performs maintenance checks on department equipment. Escorts patients to the treatment area for treatment.
  • Assists with therapy treatment under a supervising clinician's direction. Guides and monitors patients during exercise programs.
  • Assists with patient mobility, including bed mobility, transfers, and gait. Utilizes modalities correctly and answers patient questions about their use.
  • Adheres to safety practices with patient guarding. Drapes the patient appropriately to preserve decorum. Assists with personal care and hygiene of patients as needed.
  • Performs activities of Daily Living (ADL) observation and assistance during patient care.
  • Assists with splint fabrication.
  • Assists with wound care to include set up of supplies and assisting with patient positioning.
  • Communicates issues about patient performance or status changes to the accountable clinician. Refers patient to the clinician for communication outside the scope of care.
  • Runs and/or assists with group treatment. Monitors and orders supplies according to departmental guidelines.
  • Performs administrative duties such as verifying patient charges, patient scheduling, filing, or faxing.
  • Drives vehicles transporting patients in select locations. Staff members operating a hospital-owned vehicle must meet all applicable driving policies.

Key Success Factors

  • Operating and maintaining physical therapy equipment.
  • Working in a healthcare environment.
  • Knowing standard policies, procedures and OSHA regulations.
  • Proficiency in the use of office equipment and computer programs, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
  • EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
  • CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

 Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days or hire or transfer.

Baylor Scott & White Health

With us by your side, there's no stopping you. It's why we're creating a new kind of healthcare at Baylor Scott & White. And we're just getting started. As the largest not-for-profit health system in the state of Texas, Baylor Scott & White promotes the health and well-being of every individual, family and community it serves. It is committed to making quality care more accessible, convenient and affordable through its integrated delivery network, which includes the Baylor Scott & White Health Plan, Baylor Scott & White Research Institute, the Baylor Scott & White Quality Alliance and its leading digital health platform — MyBSWHealth. Through 52 hospitals and more than 1,300 access points, including flagship academic medical centers in Dallas, Fort Worth and Temple, the system offers the full continuum of care, from primary to award-winning specialty care. Founded as a Christian ministry of healing more than a century ago, Baylor Scott & White today serves more than three million Texans. For more information visit: BSWHealth.com.
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