Rehab Services Therapy Technician

Tampa General Hospital • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

Under the supervision of licensed Rehab Therapists and Rehab Therapy Assistants, the Rehab Therapy Technician (RTT) provides direct and indirect support to patients receiving rehabilitation services. The technician assists with patient preparation and transport, restorative therapy follow-through, and treatment session activities as directed by a therapist. The role also involves preparing and maintaining treatment areas, stocking equipment and supplies, disinfecting items, and keeping workspaces safe and orderly. The RTT is expected to use a patient-centered approach, communicate effectively, and follow hospital policies, safety standards, and Tampa General Hospital’s mission, vision, and values.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, a consistently positive attitude, and a genuine desire to help others.
• Prior experience in a healthcare setting.
• Understanding of therapy procedures and ability to assist therapists in delivering restorative and supportive patient care.
• Ability to recognize changes in patient condition, respond appropriately, and promptly report concerns to licensed staff.
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, therapists, physicians, and visitors while maintaining customer-focused interactions.
• Ability to maintain well-stocked, clean, and safe treatment areas; prepare equipment; disinfect supplies; and ensure readiness for patient care.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, respond to patient needs, assist multiple team members, and manage workload in fast-paced clinical settings.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the therapy team and maintain flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Supports therapists during treatment, helps position or prepare patients, and assists with restorative therapy activities as directed.
• Moves patients to and from therapy sessions following safe lifting, transfer, and mobility guidelines.
• Stocks supplies, sets up equipment, disinfects items, and maintains clean, safe, and organized therapy spaces.
• Observes patient responses during treatment, reports changes to licensed staff, and responds appropriately to emergent situations.
• Follows hospital protocols for disinfecting equipment, handling bodily fluids, and complying with Level 1 OSHA bloodborne pathogen guidelines.
• Provides accurate updates to therapists, reports patient issues immediately, and communicates respectfully with all customers.
• Records daily patient encounters or charges when assigned and submits documentation in a timely manner.
• Assists other team members, adapts to shifting priorities, and contributes to shared patient care goals.
• Attends required training, participates in in-services, mentors new RTTs when requested, and maintains BLS certification.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED