Rehab Therapy Tech

Encompass Health; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) and employee stock purchase

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a Rehabilitation Therapy Technician I to support rehabilitation therapists and deliver compassionate patient care on a PRN basis. You will set up equipment, monitor safety, and coordinate with nurses to ensure smooth therapy sessions.

This role emphasizes teamwork, clear communication with patients and families, and adherence to clinical guidelines. Training and advancement opportunities are available, with benefits including health plans, paid

Qualifications

• CPR certification preferred (unless hospital policy requires otherwise).
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Completed elements required for clinical ladder Rehab Tech I or equivalent training in school or on‑the‑job training.

Responsibilities

• Support therapists’ daily patient care and therapy activities.
• Facilitate effective communication with patients, families, and caregivers.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to maintain patient safety and deliver patient‑centered treatment.
• Prepare and transport patients according to the patient schedule.
• Communicate to therapists outcomes and observations of patient care activities.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR certification

Clinical ladder Rehab Tech I training or equivalent

Job description

Rehabilitation Therapy Technician I Career Opportunity

Available Opportunities: PRN/Pool

Join a Team That Puts Your Passion for Care First

As a Rehabilitation Therapy Technician I, you will support rehabilitation therapists and provide exceptional patient care. Your responsibilities will include setting up equipment, maintaining a safe working environment, and collaborating closely with therapists and nurses.

Responsibilities

• Support therapists’ daily patient care and therapy activities.
• Facilitate effective communication with patients, families, and caregivers.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to maintain patient safety and deliver patient‑centered treatment.
• Prepare and transport patients according to the patient schedule.
• Communicate to therapists outcomes and observations of patient care activities.

Qualifications

• CPR certification preferred (unless hospital policy requires otherwise).
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Completed elements required for clinical ladder Rehab Tech I or equivalent training in school or on‑the‑job training.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
• Company‑matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.

At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture and provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.