Rehab Therapy Tech

Encompass Health • Tinton Falls, NJ

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About The Position

The Rehabilitation Therapy Technician I supports rehabilitation therapists and patient care in an inpatient rehabilitation setting. The role helps prepare and transport patients according to the schedule, sets up equipment, maintains a safe working environment, and works closely with therapists, nurses, and the broader healthcare team. The technician facilitates communication with patients, families, and caregivers and reports observations and outcomes from patient care activities to therapists.

Requirements

• Complete the elements required for clinical ladder Rehab Tech I, or have equivalent training through school or on-the-job training.

Nice To Haves

• CPR certification is preferred unless hospital policy requires it.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support therapists’ daily patient care and therapy activities.
• Facilitate effective communication with patients, families, and caregivers.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to maintain patient safety and deliver patient-centered treatment.
• Prepare and transport patients according to the patient schedule.
• Communicate observations and outcomes of patient care activities to therapists.
• Set up equipment and help maintain a safe working environment.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families.
• Paid time off that accrues over time.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities.
• Company-matching 401(k).
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed