Rehabilitation Technician

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement match

Job summary

University of Michigan is seeking a staff member to assist the Physical Therapy team in daily operations and direct patient care at Michigan Medicine in Ann Arbor. The role supports interventions, equipment setup, and clinic readiness, with responsibilities spanning space management and supply control.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, and possess strong communication and basic computer skills. Prior healthcare-related patient interaction is desirable.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or an equivalent of education and experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist Physical Therapy Staff in day-to-day operations
• Direct patient care support during interventions and two-person techniques
• Support set up and application of therapeutic modalities/equipment
• Physical space management
• Perform clinic cleaning and maintain regulatory readiness
• Order and maintain supply inventory
• Equipment monitoring
• Train/orient new tech staff

Skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Patient interaction experience

Healthcare setting experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities*

• Assist Physical Therapy Staff in day-to-day operations
• Assist Physical Therapy Staff in direct patient care patient care, including: support during interventions and two-person techniques and support the set up and application of therapeutic modalities/equipment
• Physical space management
• Perform clinic cleaning duties and helping to maintain the clinic's regulatory readiness
• Ordering and maintaining supply inventory
• Equipment monitoring
• Training/orienting new tech staff
• Works closely with the Lead Tech-teamwork will be expected

Required Qualifications*

• High School diploma or an equivalent of education and experience is necessary.

Desired Qualifications*

• Ability to understand and communicate both orally and in writing so others will understand.
• Ability to efficiently navigate electronic medical records and online scheduling system.
• Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as lifting, balancing, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crawling, and supporting patients throughout the entire work day.
• Basic computer skills
• Experience in working with patients having physical disabilities in a health care setting is desirable.
• On the job training in a physical therapy department is desirable.

Why Work at Michigan?

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 2:1 match on retirement savings

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Work Schedule

Monday- Friday 10:30am - 7pm

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Michigan Medicine conducts background checks and pre-employment drug testing for all candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. These screenings comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job postings remain open for a minimum of seven calendar days. This position may be filled any time after the posting period ends.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Work Location

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Um Hospital

Department

MM Spine Physical-Occ Therapy

Posting Begin/End Date

9/14/2026 - 9/21/2026

$42,848.00 - $62,192.00

Patient Care Services
Physical/Occupational Therapy