Rehab Therapy Tech I — Tuition Reimbursement & Growth

New England Rehabilitation Hospital of Portland, a Joint Venture of Maine Medical Center and Encompa; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable health plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health is seeking a Rehabilitation Therapy Technician I to support therapists in delivering patient-centered care. You will set up equipment, assist with therapy activities, and help maintain a safe, collaborative environment for patients and staff.

You will coordinate with therapists and nurses, assist with patient transport, and communicate observations to the care team to support optimal rehabilitation outcomes.

Qualifications

• CPR certification preferred (unless hospital policy requires otherwise).
• 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.

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.

Skills

CPR certification

Patient care assistance

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Clinical ladder Rehab Tech I training

Job description

Encompass Health is seeking a Rehabilitation Therapy Technician I to support therapists in delivering patient-centered care. You will set up equipment, assist with therapy activities, and help maintain a safe, collaborative environment for patients and staff.

You will coordinate with therapists and nurses, assist with patient transport, and communicate observations to the care team to support optimal rehabilitation outcomes.