Patient Care Tech-Therapy (Therapy Aide) - Full Time

Ernest Health, Inc.; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO and Medical Plan options

Flexible Spending and Health Savings

Dental and Vision coverage

401K with employer matching

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ernest Health, Inc. seeks a Therapy Patient Care Technician (Therapy Aide) to join the New Braunfels Regional Rehabilitation Hospital team.

This full-time role supports licensed therapists and therapy staff in inpatient rehab, helping patients regain strength and independence through daily activities and therapeutic exercises. Under supervision, you will assist with therapy sessions, monitor patient progress, maintain equipment, and uphold confidentiality and safety standards.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide support care to patients under supervision.
• Assist therapy staff with activities and equipment.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and accurate documentation.
• Support the therapy team to ensure smooth daily operations.

Skills

CPR Certification

Hospital experience

Communication skills

Time management

Organization skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Patient Care Tech - Therapy (Therapy Aide); Full-Time

New Braunfels Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in New Braunfels, Texas is a leading inpatient rehabilitation hospital serving the communities between San Antonio and Austin. We specialize in helping patients regain strength and independence after life-altering health events such as strokes, brain or spinal cord injuries, complex orthopedic surgeries, and other serious conditions. Our rehabilitation programs are intensive and tailored – each patient receives a customized mix of physical, occupational, and speech therapies delivered daily by our enthusiastic, highly skilled team. New Braunfels Regional Rehab Hospital offers a supportive, close-knit environment with modern therapy facilities and the latest rehabilitative equipment, ensuring patients get the best possible care. With Joint Commission accreditation and a reputation for outstanding clinical outcomes, our hospital proudly provides warm, patient-centered care that guides individuals on their journey to recovery and return to an active life.

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.