Rehabilitation Technician- Advanced Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

Seeking a reliable and motivated Rehabilitation Technician to assist the therapist/assistant in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in an outpatient clinic setting. This role supports clinicians in preparing treatment areas, assisting with therapeutic activities, managing equipment, and ensuring smooth clinic operations. Enjoy a collaborative, team-oriented environment while making a meaningful impact on patient recovery and independence. This position can be full-time or part-time.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and maintain treatment areas, ensuring equipment is clean, organized, and in safe working order. Assist therapists in providing supervised therapeutic exercises and activities as directed, within non-clinical scope of practice. Set up and adjust equipment for patient use; provide patient positioning and support during therapy sessions. Escort patients to and from treatment areas; ensure patient comfort and safety. Monitor patient performance during activities and promptly report observations to the supervising therapist. Manage supplies and assist with inventory tracking and restocking. Support therapists with clerical duties including scheduling assistance, photocopying, and maintaining patient flow. Help maintain infection control standards, including cleaning equipment and surfaces between patient use. Assist with clinic marketing and community outreach activities as needed. Required Skills & Competencies Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for patient and team interaction. Ability to follow detailed instructions from licensed therapists. Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Physical stamina to assist patients, move equipment, and perform frequent lifting. Dependability and professionalism in attendance, appearance, and work ethic.

Qualifications Education:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Strongly desired candidates are those currently enrolled in, or in the process of applying to, a Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapist Assistant, or Occupational Therapy Assistant program.

Experience:

Prior experience in a physical therapy, occupational therapy, or other rehabilitation setting preferred but not required; will train the right candidate.

Language Ability :

Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions; communicate courteously and clearly with patients and staff, both in person and over the phone.

Math Ability :

Basic math skills for measuring, counting, and equipment adjustments.

Reasoning Ability :

Ability to recognize safety hazards, follow protocols, and make appropriate judgments within scope of role.

Computer Skills :

Basic computer literacy; experience with EMR systems preferred.

Licensure :

No license required; must work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist in compliance with the Texas Practice Acts.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

None; however, a Lead Rehabilitation Technician may be assigned supervisory duties by the Clinic Manager to assist in the administration, training, and coordination of other Rehabilitation Technicians.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands Noise Level :

Moderate.

Physical Requirements :

Regularly required to sit, talk, and hear; frequently stand, walk, use hands, bend, stoop, lift up to 50 lbs (frequently) and 70 lbs (occasionally), climb, balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Vision Requirements :

Close vision, peripheral vision, ability to adjust focus; ability to spend 4-5 hours daily in front of a computer.