What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapy Tech - Inpatient Therapy (4683) position at Methodist Rehabilitation?
Therapy Technician – Inpatient Rehabilitation
Support patient recovery. Make a difference every day. Build a rewarding healthcare career.
We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and motivated full-time Therapy Technician to join our Inpatient Rehabilitation Therapy team. In this role, you'll work under the direct supervision of licensed physical, occupational, and speech therapists to help patients regain strength, mobility, and independence following illness, injury, or surgery.
As a valued member of our interdisciplinary rehabilitation team, you'll provide hands-on support during therapy sessions while helping maintain a safe, organized, and efficient treatment environment. Your contributions play an important role in helping patients achieve their rehabilitation goals.
What You'll Do
- Perform patient care tasks under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist.
- Assist therapists with patient mobility activities, including:
- Gait training
- Transfers
- Activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Therapeutic exercises
- Other rehabilitation activities as directed
- Assist with patient transportation to and from therapy sessions.
- Prepare, set up, and take down therapy equipment for patient treatments.
- Pick up, deliver, organize, and maintain therapy equipment and supplies.
- Perform wheelchair maintenance and routine equipment inspections.
- Maintain compliance logs and other departmental documentation as assigned.
- Follow infection prevention and control procedures to maintain a safe clinical environment.
- Perform routine cleaning and organization of therapy treatment areas.
- Demonstrate a positive attitude while providing exceptional customer service to patients, families, and coworkers.
- Support the mission and programs of Methodist Rehabilitation by promoting teamwork, professionalism, and compassionate care.
Schedule
- Full-time
- 40 hours/week
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience
- One year of experience as a Therapy Technician in a healthcare setting is preferred.
- Experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Patient Care Technician (PCT), Nursing Assistant, or similar patient care role will also be considered.
- Previous rehabilitation or inpatient healthcare experience is preferred but not required.
Skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong customer service and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to safely assist patients with mobility and functional activities.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced rehabilitation environment.
Why Join Us?
We value our employees and are committed to supporting their professional growth and well-being. We offer:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive and flexible benefits package
- Medical and dental insurance beginning the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Supportive, collaborative work environment
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
Make a Difference Every Day
If you're passionate about helping patients regain their independence and want to build a rewarding career in rehabilitation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become an essential member of the Methodist Rehabilitation Inpatient Therapy team, where every day brings the opportunity to change lives.