T222836 - University of Alabama at Birmingham

Compensation:
Pay Range: %2452,555.00- %2485,400.00 / year
- Benefits available for eligible positions include: 100% tuition assistance, wellness initiatives, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible employer, plus more. In addition to our manybenefits and perks, UAB Medicine provides a variety of resources to support employees both personally and professionally.

Job Highlights:
UAB Spain Rehabilitation Center is opening an 11-story, state-of-the-art inpatient rehabilitation pavilion in spring 2025. The new hospital will include 78 rehabilitation beds and the latest technology ndash; all designed to promote functional activity at every turn. Our team of highly skilled therapists practice in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, providing comprehensive, evidence-based care thatrsquo;s focused on each patient and their road to recovery. We support professional clinical development by empowering our clinicians through mentorship and other growth opportunities that elevate our standard of care. Also, UAB Medicine covers the cost of obtaining certain professional certifications. Home to nationally designated SCI and TBI Model Systems, UAB Spain Rehabilitation Center provides physical, occupational, speech, recreational, and music therapy. Join our inpatient rehabilitation team and help shape the future of health care in Alabama and beyond.

Work with the Best at UAB Medicine:
UAB Medicine is Alabamarsquo;s largest single-site employer and operates over 1,200 beds and over 200 clinics inBirmingham,Alabama. When you become part of UAB Medicine, you join a nationally ranked academic medical center committed to education and advancing medical science through research.

- U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, #1 in Alabama
- Americarsquo;s No. 1 Best Large Employer, Forbes, 2021
- Level I Trauma Center
- NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Comprehensive Transplant Institute, Comprehensive Stroke Center

Our success in patient care, innovation, and education is a direct result of our supportive and inclusive culture. Whether you are looking to start your career, fast-track your development, or diversify your skills, UAB Medicine offers avenues for advancement that other employers cannot match.

Job Description:
To serve as the technical expert for inpatient rehab technology and the point person for outside rehab vendors to facilitate educational in-services on device use, technology new to the rehab market, and purchase/trial of devices. To stay up to date on emerging rehab technology, updates on insurance reimbursement for rehab devices, and educational/training needs of staff related to devices. To serve as a consultant for staff and patients to trial devices during inpatient stay and obtain information about pricing and home setup. To work with rehab managers to ensure DME Coordinators are properly trained. To work with managers to train lead rehab techs to properly adjust rehab technology equipment on their respective floor.

Associate's degree required in Physical Therapist Assistant or Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant required. Two (2) years of experience in rehab, rehab technology, and/or durable medical equipment-related field. Work experience may NOT be substituted for education requirements. Current RESNA (ATP) certification required or must be obtained within two (2) years from date of hire. Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or Physical Therapy Assistant certification required.