Rehabilitation Technician — Hands-On Therapy Support

Lifepoint Health®; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Lifepoint Rehabilitation, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Rehabilitation Technician at Kindred Hospital Bay Area - St. Petersburg.

This full-time role may require some weekends and focuses on assisting patients to achieve therapy goals under the guidance of the OTR/RPT. You will transport patients, communicate with the rehab team, observe patient responses, lift equipment up to 50 lbs, and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 6-12 months relevant experience in a rehab setting.
• CPR certification (when required).
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Appropriate telephone communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow patient care tasks as determined by the OTR/RPT to help patients achieve therapy goals.
• Safely transport patients to and from therapy and other activities.
• Communicate clearly (verbally and in writing) with members of the rehabilitation team.
• Observe and recognize patient reactions to treatment; follow instructions accurately.
• Lift and carry equipment, supplies, and materials up to 50 lbs on a regular basis; use proper body mechanics.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lifepoint Rehabilitation, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Rehabilitation Technician at Kindred Hospital Bay Area - St. Petersburg.

This full-time role may require some weekends and focuses on assisting patients to achieve therapy goals under the guidance of the OTR/RPT. You will transport patients, communicate with the rehab team, observe patient responses, lift equipment up to 50 lbs, and perform other duties as assigned.