Therapeutic massage technician vs rehab technician

Differences between therapeutic massage technician and rehab technician duties and responsibilities

Therapeutic massage technician example responsibilities.

• Manage confidential client health information in accordance with the HIPPA act.
• Maintain professionalism and cleanliness of assign therapy room and maintain the confidentiality and sensitivity to relate issues during all client interactions.
• Provide massage services to variety of clients ranging from chiropractic patients to motorcycle track-day participants.

Rehab technician example responsibilities.

• Make rounds for walkers and wheelchairs for patients.
• Assist therapist with transfers, monitoring of splints, hot packs, and modalities.
• Prepare patients for therapy sessions and assist patients to put on devices such as braces and splints.
• Maintain and clean medical equipment, interact with staff and patients, and occasionally cover the reception desk.Skills UsedCNA and CPR
• Provide nursing and orthopedic patient care for stroke patients, assisting with rehabilitation, medication and recovery knowledge.
• Assist physical therapists in the rehabilitation of patients by providing exercise programs and proper treatment for healthy injury recovery.
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