Rehabilitation/Mobility Technician

UVA Health; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 2,755,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Long-term and Short-term Disability

Retirement Savings

Job summary

UVA Health is seeking entry‑level rehabilitation staff to help patients recover from injuries and illnesses and improve daily functioning. Roles span physical, occupational, respiratory, and speech therapies, usually under supervision, with growth opportunities limited without further training.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma and AHA BLS certification; no experience is required. Roles involve standing, bending, and possible exposure to body fluids.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Experience: No experience required.
• Licensure: AHA Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver rehabilitation and therapy services across disciplines, typically under supervision.
• Provide support services or activities within routine procedures.
• Communicate effectively to support patient recovery and well‑being.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

No prior experience required

Job description

Job 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.

Scope of Practice

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 Description

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 requiring 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 20–50 lbs. 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 Savings 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.