Rehabilitation Therapy Technician I

Overview Rehabilitation Therapy Tech PRN as needed Support patients on their rehabilitation journey as a Therapy Technician working alongside physical, occupational, and speech therapists. In this role, you will assist with patient preparation, mobility, and basic therapy activities under clinical supervision while helping maintain a safe, organized, and efficient treatment environment. You’ll also manage supplies, support scheduling and clerical tasks, and ensure equipment is clean and ready for use. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys teamwork, staying active, and contributing to high-quality patient care. Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities Support therapists and patients by preparing treatment areas, setting up equipment, and ensuring all therapy spaces are clean, safe, and well stocked. Clean and sanitize therapy equipment, change linens between patients, and maintain organized supply and equipment storage. Assist with direct and indirect patient care activities under supervision, including mobility training, strengthening, and range-of-motion exercises, while helping ensure a positive and safe care environment. Contribute to smooth department operations by ordering and organizing supplies, assisting with scheduling and clerical tasks, and maintaining required logs and documentation. Participate in performance improvement initiatives, departmental and hospital meetings, and support program activities such as home exercise preparation and material development. May assist with additional duties including mentoring volunteers, supporting audits, and other assigned tasks that enhance patient care and operational excellence. Qualifications Education: None. Experience: Two (2) years of experience in a healthcare setting serving people preferred. One (1) year of therapy aide experience, some experience as a therapy aide or volunteer, or current enrollment in a 2 or 4 year physical, occupational, or speech therapy program, or a pre-therapy curriculum preferred. License(s)/Certification(s): Basic Life Support (BCLS) through the American Heart Association required. IL & IA Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training in state(s) where providing care required within 60 days of hire. IL & IA Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 60 days of hire.