Rehabilitation Technician

Title: Rehabilitation Technician

Job Type: Full time

Your experience matters!

At The Hospitals of Providence Rehabilitation Hospital East, 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 Hospitals of Providence Rehabilitation Hospital East in El Paso, Texas, is a dedicated inpatient rehab facility focused on helping patients regain independence after serious illness, injury, or surgery.

• 24/7 Availability: Open around the clock to support patients through every stage of recovery.

• Comprehensive Rehab Services: Offers intensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy for individuals recovering from stroke, brain injury, orthopedic trauma, and other complex conditions.

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
The Hospitals of Providence Rehabilitation Hospital East is located in El Paso, TX, and 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

"The Hospitals of Providence Rehabilitation Hospital East is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Hospitals of Providence Rehabilitation Hospital East  is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."