Rehabilitation Technician

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

Assist Physical Therapists, Athletic Trainers, and Physical Therapy Assistants in the delivery of patient treatment programs and associated functions. As a member of the MedSport aide staff, the duties you perform are essential for the efficient and effective operation of the clinic.

Responsibilities*

• Prepare treatment area, mobility equipment, exercise equipment, and/or ambulatory aids for patient care.
• Maintain clinical environment with daily cleaning and stocking duties, as assigned by clinical staff, supervisors or managers.
• Transfer patients to and from exercise equipment or treatment mats/tables/beds.
• Perform routine treatment procedures in accordance with established protocols and programs planned by the Physical Therapist or Athletic Trainer.
• Provides additional physical assistance during the provision of patient care and transport patients as needed.
• Participates in ongoing maintenance programs for patient care equipment.
• Responsible for inventory and maintaining a sufficient quantity of treatment supplies.
• Instruct patients in physical therapy activities, including use of equipment and home exercise program.
• Conduct performance tests under the direction of clinical staff.
• Processing patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.
• This position requires extensive standing/walking, as well as lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring of patients.

Required Qualifications*

• A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Desired Qualifications*

• Ability to understand and communicate information both orally and in writing is necessary.
• An interest in working with patients in physical therapy is desirable.
• Experience or degree in movement science, pre-physical therapy, pre-athletic training or pre-physician assistant programs.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Work Schedule

Monday thru Friday; Clinic is open 7am-7pm. Hours will be 40 hours/week with evening hours. Location is the Northville Health Center.


Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

280294

Working Title

Rehabilitation Technician

Job Title

Rehabilitation Technician

Work Location

Northville

Northville, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite


Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Um Hospital

Department

MM Northville Therapy

Posting Begin/End Date

7/20/2026 - 7/27/2026

Salary

$42,848.00 - $62,192.00

Career Interest

Patient Care Services