Job Description
Job Description
Description :
JOB TITLE : WELLNESS TECH
JOB CODE : 50
DEPARTMENT : TECH
FLSA STATUS : NON-EXEMPT
REPORTS TO : ADMINISTRATOR
DATE OF LAST UPDATE : 04 / 03 / 2024
JOB SUMMARY : The Wellness Tech assists the therapists and assistants with patient related
activities and direct patient care. The Wellness Administrator Tech provides individual and
group therapeutic activities that support wellness to maintain or improve function. The Wellness
Tech may carry out restorative treatments under the supervision of therapy or nursing and may
support resident participation in activities of choice.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Assist the therapist and assistant in patient related duties
- Participate in department meetings and in community meetings as assigned
- Perform clerical documentation work as directed, including computerized activities
- Answer and direct phone calls
- Assist with restorative care and resident groups as directed
- Assist with treatment as directed
- Coordinate work activities with members of other departments and other staff within the
rehabilitation department
Demonstrate a positive attitude and team building approach with all patients, clients,team members
Provide general support to visitorsTransport patients as scheduled to and from treatment areasPrepare patients for treatmentAssist patients, clients, team members with particular issues or needsParticipate in facility performance improvement programsReport any unusual incidents to DORAssist in maintaining the cleanliness of the treatment areas and departmentAssist with maintaining an adequate stock of supplies and equipmentUnderstand and adhere to the guidelines of “Residents Rights” and assure residentsafety
Perform other duties as requestedQUALIFICATIONS :
High school diploma or equivalent (GED)Ability to understand, remember and carry out verbal or written instructions in EnglishAbility to complete assignments in a timely mannerAbility to be flexible and positive with intermittent interruptionsRequirements :
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Must be able to move (walk, stoop, bend, stand, sit push, pull, lift) intermittently throughout the workdayMust be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the positionMust possess sight / hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately, so that the requirements of this position can be fully metMust function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with patients / residents, personnel, and support agenciesMust be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stabilityMust be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times, hostile people within the facilityMust be able to lift patients / residents, medical equipment, supplies, etc. to 50 lbs.WORK SCHEDULE : As assigned, including some weekends, evenings and holidays
WORK ENVIRONMENT : Clinical
Caraday Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all Team Members andapplicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law