Family Health Centers of San Diego
PACE - Rehabilitation Technician
Family Health Centers of San Diego, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Physical Rehabilitation Technician, PACE
Impact Lives, Impact CommunityFamily Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is passionate about providing exceptional health care to all, especially underserved communities with limited health care options. Founded by a Latina grandmother/community advocate over 50 years ago in Barrio Logan, FHCSD has grown into one of the largest community health systems in the country. With over 62 sites, over 227,000 patients, and over 417,000 visits last year, we provide a wide variety of health care and outreach services to a very diverse patient population. We are proud of our mission, our lasting community impact, and the cultural and individual diversity of our staff.FHCSD’s Program for All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is designed to help our patients maintain a high standard of independent living. Our program provides a wide range of supportive services including in-home care, meals, medical equipment, transportation, social services, and social activities. We are currently seeking a Physical Rehabilitation Technician to work with our participants at FHCSD PACE – College Grove. This position is responsible for a wide range of administrative duties, as well as non-clinical support activities involving routine physical or biomechanical therapeutic treatments.Clinic DetailsHours: Monday through Friday, 8am – 4:30pmAddress: 3420 College Avenue, San Diego, CA 92115FHCSD PACE Website:
https://fhcsdpace.org/services/Duties and ResponsibilitiesInstruct, motivate, safeguard, and assist patients in practicing exercises and functional activities under the direction of medical staff.Assist and secure patients into or onto therapy equipment.Transport patients using wheelchairs or providing standing support as needed.Administer active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, cryotherapy, and heat to include the application and removal of clinical rehabilitation modalities per physical therapy or chiropractic provider instructions.Observe patients during treatment to compile data on patients’ completion of prescribed exercise and response to exercise and modalities with reporting to the physical therapy provider.Clean, sterilize, and disinfect exam tables and equipment as instructed.Maintain supply/stock levels on gym or clinic floor, and in storage areas to include maintaining organization and cleanliness per posted guidelines.Provide administrative support functions related to the patient check-in and check-out process including identification verification, updates to demographic and insurance information, and ensure appropriate forms are provided and completed accurately.Collect specified co-pays and payments from patients per coverage specifications and self-pay patients. Screen for eligibility and financial assistance.Complete all required documentation accurately thoroughly and promptly by department standards and ensure placement into the patient’s Electronic Health Record.Contact patients to schedule appointments and make reminder/recall notifications.Regularly displays a proactive approach to customer service by listening to the patient, taking ownership of solutions, and accurately identifying customer needs through the involvement of leadership in resolving concerns.Perform other duties as assigned.Requirements:Minimum 1 year of experience as a physical therapy aide or rehabilitation technician preferred.Minimum 1 year of experience in customer service required, preferably in a healthcare environment.High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience or trainings required.Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.Rewards:Job type: Regular Full TimeCompetitive Salary with Excellent BenefitsRetirement Plan with Employer MatchPaid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid HolidaysMedical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life InsuranceEmployee Discounts and Wellness ProgramsIn the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the base range for this position, exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. 17.00 - 22.67If you are hired at Family Health Centers of San Diego, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, jurisdictional requirements, skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to these factors – we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer.About Us
About UsFounded in 1970, Family Health Centers of San Diego is dedicated to providing caring, affordable, high-quality health care and support services to all people, with a special commitment to the uninsured, low-income and medically underserved. We are the largest community clinic provider of health care to the uninsured in Southern California and one of the top 10 largest community clinic organizations in the country.Anti-Discrimination StatementFamily Health Centers of San Diego complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate, exclude people or treat them differently on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, sex, including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, age, genetic information, language preference/ability, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation and gender identity, AIDS/HIV, medical condition, political activities or affiliations, military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic violence, assault, or stalking.
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Impact Lives, Impact CommunityFamily Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is passionate about providing exceptional health care to all, especially underserved communities with limited health care options. Founded by a Latina grandmother/community advocate over 50 years ago in Barrio Logan, FHCSD has grown into one of the largest community health systems in the country. With over 62 sites, over 227,000 patients, and over 417,000 visits last year, we provide a wide variety of health care and outreach services to a very diverse patient population. We are proud of our mission, our lasting community impact, and the cultural and individual diversity of our staff.FHCSD’s Program for All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is designed to help our patients maintain a high standard of independent living. Our program provides a wide range of supportive services including in-home care, meals, medical equipment, transportation, social services, and social activities. We are currently seeking a Physical Rehabilitation Technician to work with our participants at FHCSD PACE – College Grove. This position is responsible for a wide range of administrative duties, as well as non-clinical support activities involving routine physical or biomechanical therapeutic treatments.Clinic DetailsHours: Monday through Friday, 8am – 4:30pmAddress: 3420 College Avenue, San Diego, CA 92115FHCSD PACE Website:
https://fhcsdpace.org/services/Duties and ResponsibilitiesInstruct, motivate, safeguard, and assist patients in practicing exercises and functional activities under the direction of medical staff.Assist and secure patients into or onto therapy equipment.Transport patients using wheelchairs or providing standing support as needed.Administer active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, cryotherapy, and heat to include the application and removal of clinical rehabilitation modalities per physical therapy or chiropractic provider instructions.Observe patients during treatment to compile data on patients’ completion of prescribed exercise and response to exercise and modalities with reporting to the physical therapy provider.Clean, sterilize, and disinfect exam tables and equipment as instructed.Maintain supply/stock levels on gym or clinic floor, and in storage areas to include maintaining organization and cleanliness per posted guidelines.Provide administrative support functions related to the patient check-in and check-out process including identification verification, updates to demographic and insurance information, and ensure appropriate forms are provided and completed accurately.Collect specified co-pays and payments from patients per coverage specifications and self-pay patients. Screen for eligibility and financial assistance.Complete all required documentation accurately thoroughly and promptly by department standards and ensure placement into the patient’s Electronic Health Record.Contact patients to schedule appointments and make reminder/recall notifications.Regularly displays a proactive approach to customer service by listening to the patient, taking ownership of solutions, and accurately identifying customer needs through the involvement of leadership in resolving concerns.Perform other duties as assigned.Requirements:Minimum 1 year of experience as a physical therapy aide or rehabilitation technician preferred.Minimum 1 year of experience in customer service required, preferably in a healthcare environment.High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience or trainings required.Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.Rewards:Job type: Regular Full TimeCompetitive Salary with Excellent BenefitsRetirement Plan with Employer MatchPaid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid HolidaysMedical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life InsuranceEmployee Discounts and Wellness ProgramsIn the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the base range for this position, exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. 17.00 - 22.67If you are hired at Family Health Centers of San Diego, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, jurisdictional requirements, skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to these factors – we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer.About Us
About UsFounded in 1970, Family Health Centers of San Diego is dedicated to providing caring, affordable, high-quality health care and support services to all people, with a special commitment to the uninsured, low-income and medically underserved. We are the largest community clinic provider of health care to the uninsured in Southern California and one of the top 10 largest community clinic organizations in the country.Anti-Discrimination StatementFamily Health Centers of San Diego complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate, exclude people or treat them differently on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, sex, including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, age, genetic information, language preference/ability, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation and gender identity, AIDS/HIV, medical condition, political activities or affiliations, military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic violence, assault, or stalking.
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