Rehabilitation Technician

Rehabilitation TechnicianJoin our outpatient orthopedic and spine physical therapy team and play an important role in helping patients achieve their goals. Rehabilitation Technicians are valued members of the clinic team who support patient care, assist therapists, and help create an organized, welcoming environment for patients and families. We are looking for someone who enjoys helping others, takes pride in maintaining an organized clinical environment, and is committed to creating a positive experience for every patient. The ideal candidate is dependable, takes initiative, and enjoys being part of a team dedicated to helping patients achieve their goals.Patient Care Support:Prepare treatment areas, exercise equipment, mobility devices and other equipmentSupport Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants with patient mobility and therapeutic interventions as requestedAssist patients with mobility needs, including transfers and transportation between the clinic and parking structure.Help to create a welcoming and professional experience for patients and visitorsClinic Operations:Maintain a clean, safe and organized clinical environmentStock treatment areas and monitor clinic suppliesPerform and document preventative maintenance and cleaning duties for patient care equipmentProcess patient care orders using the electronic medical record systemAssist with patient check-in, check-out, scheduling and other administrative tasks as neededTeamwork & LeadershipCollaborate closely with therapists, administrative staff and volunteersIdentify opportunities to improve efficiency, organization and the patient experienceCollaborate with supervisor on projects and tasks as directedSupport a culture of teamwork, accountability and excellent serviceRequired Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalentStrong verbal and written communication skillsBasic computer proficiencyAbility to work independently while contributing positively to a team environmentStrong organizational and multitasking abilitiesAbility to anticipate needs and take initiativeSchedule flexibility for opening and/or closing coverageAbility to stand, walk, lift, push, pull, and assist with patient mobility activities as needed throughout the workday.Desired Qualifications:Experience in healthcare, rehabilitation, fitness, customer service or hospitality settingsExperience working directly with patients, customers or team-based environmentsBeing part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.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.This position is full-time (40 hours/week) at University Hospital Outpatient Physical Therapy. Days worked will be Monday through Friday, hours to be determined.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.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.Job postings remain open for a minimum of seven calendar days. This position may be filled any time after the posting period ends.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.