Radiology Technician

Job Summary: Assists with the provision of rehabilitation services to patients under the direct supervision of a Supervising Physical Therapist designated by the client facility, in accordance with state regulations. May function in a variety of settings including, but not limited to skilled nursing facilities, outpatient treatment centers, and home care settings. 

Primary Job Responsibilities: 

• Assists therapists as directed to prepare patients for assessments and treatments.
• Assists with the placement and removal of appliances and splints as directed by the Supervising Therapist. 
• Assists the Supervising Therapist to conduct both individual and group treatment as outlined in treatment plan in the areas of ADL, functional mobility, ROM, strength, coordination, cognitive/perceptual remediation and functional maintenance. 
• Maintains department equipment by cleaning, disinfecting, maintaining orderly condition and reporting defective equipment. 
• Facilitates the smooth functioning of the department to which assigned by performing administrative tasks and clerical duties such as scheduling patients, obtaining and monitoring authorizations, and answering phone calls. 
• Maintains inventory of department equipment and supplies. 
• Participates in patient, family and staff education. 
• Confers formally and informally with other team members in coordinating the total rehabilitation program of the patient. 
• Responsible for reporting on the condition of patient/client to the appropriate supervisor and other staff members. Coordinate and assist with care as directed. 
• Documents and maintains patient records that reflect patient treatment: (Evaluation, daily treatment record, telephone orders, billing).

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