Rehabilitation Technician

Your experience matters! Title: Rehabilitation Technician Job Type: Full time Your experience matters! At Baylor St Luke's Medical Center , we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. The Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center - McNair Campus in Houston is a newly relaunched 30-bed inpatient rehab center designed to support patients recovering from serious conditions like stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, complex neurological disorders, amputation, and orthopedic injury. Here Are The Standout Highlights Specialized Inpatient Rehab: Focused on restoring function and independence after major illness or injury. Expert Management: Operated by Lifepoint Rehabilitation, the largest manager of hospital-based acute rehab units in the U.S. 24/7 Access: The hospital operates around the clock, ensuring continuous care and support. As a Rehabilitation Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. 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 Supports the rehabilitation team by carrying out patient care activities as directed by an OTR/RPT, including safe patient transport, treatment preparation, and observation of patient response. Communicates effectively with therapists and team members, follows written and verbal instructions, and maintains a safe, organized environment to promote optimal patient outcomes. Essential Functions 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. Additional Information Works under the direction and supervision of licensed therapists within established policies and procedures. Maintains cleanliness and readiness of therapy areas, equipment, and supplies. Adheres to safety, infection prevention, and patient privacy standards. Qualifications And Requirements Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Experience: 6-12 months of relevant experience in a rehabilitation setting strongly recommended; willing to participate in on-the-job training after orientation. Certifications: CPR certification (as required). Skills/Abilities: Effective verbal and written communication; ability to follow directions; patient transport and safe lifting techniques (up to 50 lbs); observation and basic documentation; reliability, teamwork, and time management. About Us Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters. EEOC Statement \"Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr