Lifepoint Health·Farmington, New Mexico
The Rehabilitation Technician assists OTR/RPTs in executing patient care tasks to help patients achieve therapy goals. Responsibilities include safely transporting patients and monitoring their reactions to treatment.
Your experience matters
San Juan Rehabilitation Hospital is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Rehabilitation Technician joining our team, you’re embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. 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
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.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we’re looking for
Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
ACLS and PALS are required within six months of hire.
One year of experience preferred
San Juan Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. San Juan Rehabilitation Hospital 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 Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Candidates must obtain BLS certification within 30 days and ACLS/PALS certifications within six months of hire. One year of experience is preferred, and a high school diploma or GED is required.
Market context
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