Rehabilitation/Mobility Technician

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,455; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability and Retirement Savings

Health Savings Plans

Certification and education support

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia is seeking an entry-level clinician to support rehabilitation across disciplines. The role focuses on helping patients recover and improve daily functioning under supervision.

Responsibilities include assisting in assessments and delivering therapeutic interventions, with a required AHA BLS certification and a high school diploma. This is an on-site opportunity with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• No prior work experience required.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver rehabilitation and therapy services across disciplines as needed.
• Support patients recovering from injuries, illnesses, or surgeries.
• Assist with assessment, planning, and therapeutic interventions to improve daily functioning.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

These roles focus on helping patients recover from injuries, illnesses, or surgeries and improve their physical, emotional, and functional well-being. Involves assessing, planning, and providing therapeutic interventions to enhance patients' abilities to perform daily activities and achieve their rehabilitation goals.

These roles are responsible for providing a range of rehabilitation and therapy services across multiple disciplines. Staff and leaders in these positions may deliver care in areas such as physical, occupational, respiratory, and speech therapies, addressing diverse patient needs and promoting overall recovery and well-being.

Position Details

Individual contributors with responsibility in a clinical discipline or specialty. Spends majority of time in the delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision. Opportunities for progression outside this career stream are typically limited without additional education or significant training and experience. Specialty license or certification required which is acquired through training and/or experience. This career stream will be most commonly applied to patient care areas.

Entry‑level position typically requiring little to no prior knowledge or experience and require vocational or technical education. Work is routine or follows standard procedures. Work is closely supervised. Communicates information that requires little explanation or interpretation.

Minimum Requirements

Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent

Experience: No experience required

Licensure: American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required

Physical Demands

Job requires standing for prolonged periods and frequently bending/stooping/traveling. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Compensation

The pay range for this role is $15.00 - $19.93 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long‑term and Short‑term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.