Rehabilitation Technician

Lifepoint Health®; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Tuition assistance and loan assistance

401(k) retirement package with company match

Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® in Dayton, Ohio, is seeking a Rehabilitation Technician for Kindred Hospital. The role involves performing patient evaluations and treatments while providing guidance to rehab staff. Candidates should have a degree in rehabilitation or a related field along with a valid Ohio Occupational Therapy license.

Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, financial protection, and career growth opportunities. This position emphasizes teamwork and effective communication within the rehabilitation team.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in rehabilitation or in a long-term care setting preferred.
• Valid and current Occupational Therapy license or equivalent in the state of Ohio.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient evaluations and treatments accurately.
• Provide training and guidance for rehab staff.
• Write clear documentation.
• Oversee risk management operations for the rehab department.
• Communicate clearly with members of the rehabilitation team.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Patient transport and safe lifting techniques

Reliability and teamwork

Time management

Education

Degree in rehabilitation, healthcare, or related field

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Rehabilitation Technician – Kindred Hospital Dayton, Lifepoint Rehabilitation

How You’ll Contribute

• Performs accurate, comprehensive patient evaluations and treatments
• Provides training, direction and guidance for subordinate rehab staff
• Writes accurate, complete and clear documentation
• Ensures the timely evaluation and treatment of patients in the most effective and efficient manner possible
• Oversees risk management operations for the Rehab department in the facility
• Demonstrates appropriate utilization of resources including billing accurately for services provided
• Follows patient care tasks as determined by the OTR/RPT to help patients achieve therapy goals.
• Safely transports patients to and from therapy and other activities.
• Communicates clearly (verbally and in writing) with members of the rehabilitation team.
• Observes and recognizes patient reactions to treatment; follows instructions accurately.
• Lifts and carries equipment, supplies, and materials up to 50 lbs on a regular basis; uses proper body mechanics.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee Well‑Being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in rehabilitation, healthcare, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in rehabilitation or in a long‑term care setting preferred.
• Valid and current Occupational Therapy license or equivalent in the state of Ohio.
• Current CPR certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Effective verbal and written communication; ability to follow directions; patient transport and safe lifting techniques (up to 50 lbs); observation and basic documentation; reliability, teamwork, and time management.

"Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."