Rehabilitation Technician Position Tristar Physical Therapy Newport

Tristar Physical Therapy; Newport (TN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

401(k)

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Tristar Physical Therapy is seeking a Rehabilitation Technician to support our outpatient therapy team. You will assist patients with prescribed exercises, prepare treatment areas, and help therapists deliver care in a fast-paced clinic.

This role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a patient-centered approach, with opportunities for growth and development within the clinic. You will monitor patients during exercises, maintain a clean, stocked environment, escort patients, and help ensure

Qualifications

• Experience assisting therapists with prescribed exercise programs.
• Ability to prepare treatment areas and set up modalities.
• Knowledge of infection control and clean workspace standards.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises and activities as directed by licensed Physical and Occupational Therapists.
• Prepare patients for treatment sessions, including setting up modalities (heat, ice, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, traction).
• Monitor patients during exercises and report concerns to the supervising therapist.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe treatment environment per clinic protocols.
• Ensure treatment areas are stocked with necessary supplies and equipment.
• Assist with patient flow by escorting patients and preparing treatment spaces.
• Set up and clean treatment areas before and after each patient visit.
• Provide excellent customer service by creating a welcoming experience for patients and families.
• Perform other clinic support duties as assigned to promote efficient operations.

Skills

Care for patients

Team-oriented

Hardworking

Eagerness to learn

Reliable

Job description

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Rehabilitation Technician (Physical & Occupational Therapy)

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated, hardworking, and compassionate Rehabilitation Technician to join our outpatient therapy team. This position plays a vital role in supporting our physical and occupational therapists by assisting patients with prescribed exercise programs, preparing treatment areas, applying therapeutic modalities, and ensuring the clinic operates efficiently. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with people, and is passionate about helping patients achieve their rehabilitation goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises and activities as directed by licensed Physical and Occupational Therapists.
• Prepare patients for treatment sessions, including setting up therapeutic modalities (such as heat, ice, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, and traction) under therapist supervision.
• Monitor patients during exercises and report any concerns or changes to the supervising therapist.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe treatment environment by disinfecting equipment, treatment tables, and common areas according to clinic protocols.
• Ensure treatment areas are fully stocked with necessary supplies and equipment.
• Assist with patient flow by escorting patients, preparing treatment spaces, and helping maintain an efficient clinic schedule.
• Set up and clean treatment areas before and after each patient visit.
• Provide excellent customer service by creating a welcoming, positive experience for patients and their families.
• Perform other clinic support duties as assigned to promote efficient daily operations.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with appropriate body mechanics.

What We're Looking For

• Passionate about helping others improve their health and quality of life.
• Hardworking and eager to learn.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Reliable, positive, and motivated to provide exceptional patient care.
• Able to adapt quickly and contribute to an efficient, patient-focused clinic.

Job Outline and Description

• Salary and Benefits Compensation is Highly Competitive in the local market. We prefer our physical therapy aides not work multiple jobs to support their living (Unless they want to) to prevent burnout. So we make sure our salary and benefits package is reflective of that.