Pediatric physical therapist vs certified medical technician

Differences between pediatric physical therapist and certified medical technician duties and responsibilities

Pediatric physical therapist example responsibilities.

• Achieve high level of patients satisfaction due to sound clinical management, quality of care and compassion.
• Experience in administering modalities including: NMES, IFC, iontophoresis, ultrasound, and cervical traction.
• Evaluate and write letters of necessity to obtain adaptive equipment including: mobility devices, adaptive seating device and positioning devices.
• Start OT career at Eisenhower as regular staff OTR; continue to work often as long-term/temporary OTR.
• Evaluate patients in medical and surgical ICU and provide ROM and ambulation exercises and prepare them for the discharge.
• Educate patients on performing daily living activities and the use of supportive equipment such as crutches, wheelchairs and canes.
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Certified medical technician example responsibilities.

• Maintain the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work area.
• Administer medications to patients according to their medication record as scheduled, as needed according to physician orders.
• Perform laboratory test and procedures in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, serology, and bacteriology.
• Perform first aid and apply CPR when necessary.
• Perform first aid or CPR during medical emergencies until paramedics arrive.
• Assist the residents in their ADL needs and prepare their meals.
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