College Student Rehabilitation Technician at Box Butte General Hospital – Alliance, Nebraska

ob Title: Rehabilitation Technician Intern (PT/OT/COTA Student) Closing Date: April 11, 2025 Position Type: Internship Reports To: Director of Rehabilitative Services

Position Summary: Gain hands-on clinical experience assisting licensed Physical and Occupational Therapists in patient care, treatment preparation, modality application (hot/cold packs, ultrasound), and functional exercise support.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care Support: Assist in preparing patients for treatment, including dressing/undressing, transferring, and applying supportive devices (braces/slings). Clinical Assistance: Safeguard, motivate, and assist patients with exercises under PT/OT supervision. Perform routine treatments such as hydrotherapy, paraffin baths, and hot/cold packs. Departmental Support: Maintain clean/organized equipment, transport patients, and assist with fitness center orientations. Clerical Duties: Manage patient scheduling, input charges for inpatient/outpatient/swing bed services, and assist with chart documentation.

Qualifications:

Education: Currently enrolled in a PTA, PT, OT, or COTA program; and High School Diploma or GED Equivalent Age: 19 years or older. Skills: Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Why Apply? This position provides valuable exposure to various treatment areas, including inpatient, outpatient, and nursing home settings, under the mentorship of seasoned rehabilitation professionals.

To apply, please submit your resume and proof of enrollment in a rehabilitation program by April 11, 2025.

All offers of employment are subject to a background check and drug screening.

EOE