Rehabilitation Technician

Lifepoint Health®; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-being

Professional Development

Job summary

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital; Fort Smith is seeking a Rehabilitation Technician to support patient care on a PRN, day shift basis at 6700 Chad Colley Blvd, Fort Smith, AR 72916. You will assist with patient preparation, therapies, and clinical workflows alongside healthcare professionals.

We value teamwork, reliability, and caring communication. Requirements include a high school diploma, CPR/BCLS, 6–12 months in a hospital setting, and valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma.
• Experience: 6–12 months in an acute or long-term facility preferred.
• Certifications: Current CPR/BCLS certification.
• Strong interpersonal skills and collaboration with physicians and staff.

Responsibilities

• Transport, lift, transfer, move and reposition patients in patient rooms and gym areas.
• Prepares patients for prescribed treatment and assists staff with therapy.
• Cleans and maintains treatment areas and equipment.
• Procures and inventories therapy supplies.
• Performs routine clerical tasks for Therapy Department.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

CPR/BCLS certified

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital; Fort Smith

Position: Rehabilitation Technician

Location: 6700 Chad Colley Boulevard, Fort Smith, AR 72916

Schedule: PRN, day shift

Your Experience Matters

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital; Fort Smith is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Rehabilitation Technician joining our team, you're embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How You'll Contribute

• Ability to Transport, lift, transfer, move and reposition patients in the patient room, Therapy Gym and other common areas of the hospital.
• Prepares patients for prescribed treatment and assists professional staff with patient treatment.
• Prepares, cleans and maintains treatment areas and equipment.
• Procures and keeps an accurate inventory of all therapy supplies.
• Performs routine clerical tasks for Therapy Department.
• Other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Education: High school diploma
• Experience: 6-12 months of experience in an acute or long term facility preferred.
• Certifications: Current CPR/BCLS certification
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working with physicians, nursing staff, discharge planners, case managers, and social workers.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license required.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• 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 and 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.

EEOC Statement

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital; Fort Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital; Fort Smith is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.