Rehabilitation Technician

Lifepoint Health • White Hall, AR

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Jefferson Regional Specialty Hospital is seeking a Rehabilitation Technician to join their team. This role is crucial in supporting the rehabilitation team by carrying out patient care activities as directed by an OTR/RPT. The technician will be responsible for safe patient transport, treatment preparation, and observing patient responses. Effective communication with therapists and team members, adherence to instructions, and maintaining a safe, organized environment are key to promoting optimal patient outcomes. The position involves assisting patients in achieving therapy goals, safely transporting them, and observing their reactions to treatment. The role requires lifting and carrying equipment and supplies up to 50 lbs regularly, using proper body mechanics, and performing other duties as assigned. The Rehabilitation Technician works under the direction and supervision of licensed therapists and is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and readiness of therapy areas, equipment, and supplies, while adhering to safety, infection prevention, and patient privacy standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6–12 months of relevant experience in a rehabilitation setting strongly recommended; willing to participate in on-the-job training after orientation.
• CPR certification (as required).
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Patient transport and safe lifting techniques (up to 50 lbs).
• Observation and basic documentation.
• Reliability, teamwork, and time management.

Responsibilities

• Supports the rehabilitation team by carrying out patient care activities as directed by an OTR/RPT, including safe patient transport, treatment preparation, and observation of patient response.
• Communicates effectively with therapists and team members, follows written and verbal instructions, and maintains a safe, organized environment to promote optimal patient outcomes.
• Follow patient care tasks as determined by the OTR/RPT to help patients achieve therapy goals.
• Safely transport patients to and from therapy and other activities.
• Communicate clearly (verbally and in writing) with members of the rehabilitation team.
• Observe and recognize patient reactions to treatment; follow instructions accurately.
• Lift and carry equipment, supplies, and materials up to 50 lbs on a regular basis; use proper body mechanics.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Works under the direction and supervision of licensed therapists within established policies and procedures.
• Maintains cleanliness and readiness of therapy areas, equipment, and supplies. Adheres to safety, infection prevention, and patient privacy standards.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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