Pediatric Therapy Technician — Hands-On Rehab Support

The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

PTO & Holidays

Education assistance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Children’s Institute of Pittsburgh is seeking a Therapy Technician to support pediatric therapy teams at the Squirrel Hill campus. This full-time, entry-level role assists with transfers, treatment prep, and equipment setup under supervision.

You will help transport patients, support aqua and gym therapies, maintain clean spaces, restock supplies, and help with scheduling while adhering to safety and privacy standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred, basic computer skills.
• Current and valid certification in CPR and First Aide required (we can provide training)
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• Clearances Required: Act 73 FBI, Act 34 Criminal Clearance, and Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient treatment activities prior to sessions and cleans/organizes treatment area after sessions.
• Assists with patient treatment, such as transfers and group activities. Reinforces therapist's directions, etc. Assistance with patient treatment always occurs under the direct supervision of a therapist.
• Safely transports patients to and from treatment area.
• Acts as the Lifeguard for all Aqua Therapy sessions completed in the therapy pools
• Acts as the second on-site person for all therapy sessions taking place in the therapy gyms, therapy treatment areas, and therapy pools
• Organizes and maintains order in treatment and storage areas.
• Identifies low inventory and supply needs and completes restocking.
• Notifies Supervisor of malfunctioning equipment or equipment in need of repair.
• Completes filing and copying, answering phones and assists with scheduling.

Skills

Basic computer skills

CPR/First Aid certification

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The Children’s Institute of Pittsburgh is seeking a Therapy Technician to support pediatric therapy teams at the Squirrel Hill campus. This full-time, entry-level role assists with transfers, treatment prep, and equipment setup under supervision.

You will help transport patients, support aqua and gym therapies, maintain clean spaces, restock supplies, and help with scheduling while adhering to safety and privacy standards.