WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! SCHEDULE 8:30 AM Start Time 3 total shifts/month: 2 weekends,1 weekday shift. Should be available to commit for a total of 3-4 consecutive weeks of training including a NEO week. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION - Required. Education. High School Diploma or equivalent. Licenses and Certifications(CPRAED) CPR AED or(BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC). Preferred. Experience 1 year therapy technician work experience in hospital, or outpatient rehabilitation setting preferred. JOB DUTIES - Demonstrates knowledge of relevant laws, policies and regulations and standards affecting decisions and interpretations. Demonstrates knowledge of contraindications and/or safety issues with various patient types and applies them to treatment. Develops rapport with patients and their families using approach common with that of health care team for purpose of obtaining maximum participation in activities. Transfers, transports, and positions patients. Follow written and verbal instructions. Sets up and/or removes equipment or therapy aides for therapists as instructed. Performs routine and preventative maintenance on equipment as needed. Reports any defective equipment to supervisor. Communicates patient observations, responses, interactions, and non-verbal signs to therapist. Organizes patient treatment time and unscheduled time efficiently. Assists in on-the-job training, education, and supervision of Physical Therapy Technicians, volunteers, and/or nursing staff. Performs other duties as assigned. SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT - Security. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. EEOUT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

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