Rehab Therapy Tech

Encompass Health; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) company matching

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

A national rehabilitation leader in Panama City, FL, is seeking a Rehab Therapy Tech to support therapists and deliver exceptional patient care. Key responsibilities include setting up equipment, maintaining a safe environment, and facilitating communication. Preferred qualifications include a high school diploma and CPR certification. This role offers comprehensive benefits, including medical plans, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement opportunities.

Qualifications

• CPR certification preferred (unless hospital policy requires otherwise).
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Completion of clinical ladder elements for Rehab Tech I or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

CPR certification

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join Encompass Health as a Rehab Therapy Tech in Panama City, FL. We are a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader, and we foster a supportive environment promoting employee growth and a meaningful impact on patient rehabilitation.

As a Rehabilitation Therapy Technician I, you'll play an integral role in supporting rehabilitation therapists and delivering 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 on outcomes/observations of patient care activities.

Qualifications

• License/Certification: CPR certification preferred (unless hospital policy requires otherwise).
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Has 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 both full-time and part-time employees and their 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.

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!

We celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We 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.