Therapy Services Tech

Ardent Health Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lovelace UNM Rehabilitation Hospital in Albuquerque, NM, invites applicants for a day shift, full-time Outpatient Therapy Service Technician. You will assist in medically prescribed therapy treatments under a licensed therapist, maintain treatment areas, and perform basic clerical tasks, supporting both downtown and Rio Rancho clinics.

Among requirements are HS Diploma or GED, BLS within 14 days, and preferred graduation from a certified PT technician program or comparable experience with about

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED is required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Preferred: Graduate of a certified physical therapy technician program or comparable experience.
• Preferred: 1 year of experience in a hospital, rehabilitation, or outpatient setting as a therapy technician.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting in conducting medically prescribed therapy treatments to patients under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist.
• Provides non-clinical support services to the therapist including but not limited to maintaining patient treatment areas and basic clerical support.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.
• This position will support both the downtown and Rio Rancho clinics.

Skills

BLS certification

Patient care support

Education

HS Diploma or GED

PT technician program graduate

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time Outpatient Therapy Service Technician in Albuquerque, NM.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Lovelace UNM Rehabilitation Hospital includes state-of-the-art rehabilitation services for patients recovering from healthcare conditions. It is the only rehabilitation hospital in the state accredited in six programs by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting in conducting medically prescribed therapy treatments to patients under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist.
• Provides non-clinical support services to the therapist including but not limited to maintaining patient treatment areas and basic clerical support.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.
• This position will support both the downtown and Rio Rancho clinics.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• HS Diploma or GED equivalent.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Graduate of a certified physical therapy technician program or comparable experience.
• One (1) year of experience in a hospital, rehabilitation, or outpatient setting as a therapy technician.