Rehab Therapy Tech II

Encompass Health • Rock Hill, SC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Therapy Technician II assists rehabilitation therapists with rehabilitation treatment and patient care according to hospital, state, professional and federal regulations and guidelines. In addition, the position requires effective communication skills for working with patients, families, and caregivers; requires competency in assisting with delegated rehabilitation treatment and patient care; performs tasks as delegated by and supervised by rehabilitation therapists; and maintains open and an on-going communication with coworkers and supervisors. The Rehabilitation Therapy Technician II supports an environment and culture that enables the hospital to fulfill its mission by helping to provide patient safety and patient-centered treatment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years experience or holds a specialist certification such as ATC, massage therapist, AS, BS, or MS degree.
• Has completed elements required for clinical ladder Rehab Tech II or equivalent training in school or on-the-job training.
• BLS (CPR) required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to lift, lower, push, pull, and retrieve objects weighing a minimum of 30 pounds.
• Ability to coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented manner.
• Ability to work independently without continuous supervision.
• Must be able to speak and understand English.

Nice To Haves

• See Rehab Tech clinical ladder requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assists rehabilitation therapists with rehabilitation treatment and patient care.
• Performs tasks as delegated by and supervised by rehabilitation therapists.
• Maintains open and on-going communication with coworkers and supervisors.
• Supports an environment and culture that enables the hospital to fulfill its mission by helping to provide patient safety and patient-centered treatment.

What This Job Offers

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