Patient Care Tech-Therapy

Ernest Health, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO/HDHP plans

FSA/HSA options

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

401K match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance

Wellness challenges

Earned time off

Job summary

Ernest Health, Inc. invites applications for a Therapy Patient Care Technician at Duval Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Jacksonville, FL. This role supports licensed therapists and helps patients participate in therapy activities in a collaborative, compassionate environment.

A high school diploma and CPR certification are required, with hospital experience preferred. The position offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities in rehabilitation services.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR Certification required.
• One year hospital setting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support licensed therapists and assist patients in therapy activities.
• Integrate hospital mission and guiding principles into daily practice.

Skills

CPR Certification

Infection control awareness

Clinical operations knowledge

Time management

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Word processing

Email

Record management

Job description

Overview

Duval Regional Rehabilitation Hospital at Jacksonville (Jacksonville, FL) is a modern, 48-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital serving the greater Jacksonville area. The facility is dedicated to helping patients regain independence following serious illness or injury through individualized rehabilitation programs led by experienced clinical teams. Services include physical, occupational, and speech therapy supported by advanced medical oversight. Located in one of Florida’s fastest-growing healthcare markets, the hospital offers a collaborative care environment and serves as a vital step in the continuum of care for patients transitioning from acute hospitalization to home.

We are seeking a Therapy Patient Care Technician to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.

Benefits:

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability

Wellness & Work Life Balance:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives
• Earned Time Off - start accruing vacation time on start date

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR Certification required.
• One (1) year experience in a hospital setting preferred

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates awareness of current Infection Control requirements and practices
• Demonstrates clinical proficiency utilizing policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Demonstrates appropriate use of supplies and equipment
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Working under the supervision of a licensed therapist, primarily responsible for providing support care to patients and therapy staff. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.