Pediatric Rehab Technician - Mobility & Therapy Support

UVA Health System; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Plan

Job summary

UVA Health seeks an experienced or aspiring Rehabilitation Technician to join the Outpatient Pediatric Therapies department. You will work with nurses and rehab professionals to assist mobility and therapy in an outpatient setting.

Under supervision of licensed personnel, you will prepare equipment, support sessions, and promote safe, effective mobility for patients and families, while maintaining competencies and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Experience: No experience required.
• BLS certification required by American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with mobility activities and therapeutic exercises as directed by licensed clinicians.
• Support rehabilitation sessions by preparing equipment and ensuring a safe environment.
• Maintain rehabilitation and mobility equipment, ensuring availability and cleanliness.
• Promote mobility as part of clinical care plans to patients and families.
• Provide hands-on assistance during therapy sessions and mobility activities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support patient outcomes.
• Maintain a safe care environment and participate in ongoing skills development.

Skills

Mobility support

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Medical equipment handling

Job description

UVA Health seeks an experienced or aspiring Rehabilitation Technician to join the Outpatient Pediatric Therapies department. You will work with nurses and rehab professionals to assist mobility and therapy in an outpatient setting.

Under supervision of licensed personnel, you will prepare equipment, support sessions, and promote safe, effective mobility for patients and families, while maintaining competencies and safety standards.