Rehabilitation Technician- Advanced Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

ORTHOLONESTAR • Houston, TX

31d • Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a reliable and motivated Rehabilitation Technician to assist the Physical or Occupational Therapist/assistant in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in an outpatient clinic setting. This role supports clinicians in preparing treatment areas, assisting with therapeutic activities, managing equipment, and ensuring smooth clinic operations. Enjoy a collaborative, team-oriented environment while making a meaningful impact on patient recovery and independence.

Requirements

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for patient and team interaction.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions from licensed therapists.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical stamina to assist patients, move equipment, and perform frequent lifting.
• Dependability and professionalism in attendance, appearance, and work ethic.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions; communicate courteously and clearly with patients and staff, both in person and over the phone.
• Basic math skills for measuring, counting, and equipment adjustments.
• Ability to recognize safety hazards, follow protocols, and make appropriate judgments within scope of role.
• Basic computer literacy; experience with EMR systems preferred.
• No license required; must work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist in compliance with the Texas Practice Acts.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a physical therapy, occupational therapy, or other rehabilitation setting preferred but not required; will train the right candidate.
• Strongly desired candidates are those currently enrolled in, or in the process of applying to, a Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapist Assistant, or Occupational Therapy Assistant program.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain treatment areas, ensuring equipment is clean, organized, and in safe working order.
• Assist therapists in providing supervised therapeutic exercises and activities as directed, within non-clinical scope of practice.
• Set up and adjust equipment for patient use; provide patient positioning and support during therapy sessions.
• Escort patients to and from treatment areas; ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Monitor patient performance during activities and promptly report observations to the supervising therapist.
• Manage supplies and assist with inventory tracking and restocking.
• Support therapists with clerical duties including scheduling assistance, photocopying, and maintaining patient flow.
• Help maintain infection control standards, including cleaning equipment and surfaces between patient use.
• Assist with clinic marketing and community outreach activities as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees