Rehabilitation technician vs therapy technician

Differences between rehabilitation technician and therapy technician duties and responsibilities

Rehabilitation technician example responsibilities.

• Manage organization and cleanliness of therapy room and equipment.
• Record vital signs and assist patients in performing their ADL's as directed by medical or nursing staff.
• Assist patients with neurological conditions with different mobility training, ADL training, and strengthening exercises.
• Assist with the modification of therapy plans, assist with manual stretching and traction of patients.
• Prepare patients for electrical stimulation, mechanical traction, and ultrasounds.
• Assist in operating a physical therapy facility by helping patients improve their movement, stamina, coordination, and intellectual capacity.
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Therapy technician example responsibilities.

• Perform basic living care for patients and assist with exercises under supervision of a rehabilitation team member.
• Provide patient assistance with rehabilitation protocol with appropriate education and technique while monitoring vital signs and effects of treatment.
• Direct patients to need areas with crutches, wheel chairs, walkers, canes etc.
• Work with the physical and occupational therapists to guide patients through prescribe exercise program efficiently and safely.
• Prepare materials for assessments and provide assistance to individuals through hands-on methods and direct contact observations by assisting the rehabilitation supervisor.
• Attend professional development workshops in augmentative communication devices, sign language, and skill integration.