Rehabilitation Assistant
Michigan Personalized Home Care
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Prepared patients for treatment by positioning, dressing or removing external supports.
- Provided direct occupational therapy services in home settings
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Trained new caregivers in agency policies and proper care techniques to meet clients' needs.
- Used medical terminology while training new caregivers and while updating patient's daily medical records