Rehab Therapy Tech in Salem, Oregon at Salem of Cascadia LLC

Be Part of Every Step Forward as Our Rehab Technician

Some of the most meaningful progress starts with having the right support.

Salem Transitional Care is looking for a Rehab Technician to join our Therapy team! In this role, you’ll work closely alongside our Therapy Director and therapists, providing hands on and administrative support to help keep the department organized, prepared, and running smoothly. You’ll also work directly with residents throughout their rehabilitation journey, helping create a positive and supportive therapy experience.

If you’re compassionate, dependable, organized, and enjoy being the person a team can count on, we’d love to meet you!

What You’ll Do

As our Rehab Technician, you’ll work closely with the Therapy Director and serve as an important support for the day to day operations of the Therapy department. You’ll help our therapists stay organized and prepared while also providing hands on support to residents. Your responsibilities will include:

• Working closely with the Therapy Director to support daily department needs, organization, scheduling, and workflow
• Assisting therapists with nonclinical tasks during treatment sessions, including resident setup, positioning, and equipment preparation
• Transporting residents to and from therapy sessions safely and efficiently
• Helping residents with mobility as directed by the Therapy team
• Supporting restorative activities as delegated, including range of motion exercises, ambulation, transfers, and activities of daily living
• Monitoring residents during assigned activities and promptly reporting changes or concerns to nursing or Therapy staff
• Maintaining therapy spaces by cleaning equipment, organizing supplies, and helping provide a safe and welcoming environment
• Ordering therapy equipment and supplies based on department and resident needs
• Supporting the Therapy Director and therapists with scheduling, filing, documentation, and other administrative tasks
• Assisting with maintaining Therapy department records, reports, and required documentation
• Helping coordinate Therapy schedules to support resident care and department needs
• Responding to phone calls, requests, and inquiries and directing them to the appropriate team member
• Verifying insurance information as needed to support proper reimbursement
• Maintaining positive and professional relationships with residents, families, coworkers, and other departments
• Protecting resident privacy and maintaining confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA requirements
• Supporting resident independence, dignity, and participation in functional activities
• Helping wherever needed to support the Therapy Director, Therapy team, and overall operation of the department

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who can be a dependable and trusted support for our Therapy Director, therapists, and residents. The ideal candidate is:

• Compassionate, patient, and comfortable working with older adults and individuals with disabilities
• Friendly and able to communicate effectively with residents and their families
• Dependable, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable working closely with the Therapy Director, therapists, nursing staff, and other departments
• A strong team player who is willing to step in and help where needed
• Able to communicate concerns or changes in a resident’s condition promptly and appropriately
• Respectful of resident privacy, dignity, and confidentiality
• Comfortable assisting residents with mobility and physical activities
• Positive, professional, and focused on creating a supportive environment for residents and coworkers
• Able to work independently while also taking direction and collaborating closely with the Therapy team

Why Join Us?

Our Therapy team plays an important role in helping residents regain strength, independence, and confidence, and our Rehab Technician helps make that work possible.

At Salem Transitional Care, you’ll work closely with our Therapy Director and therapists while gaining hands on experience in a rehabilitation setting. This position offers a unique opportunity to be involved in both the resident care and operational sides of the Therapy department, helping the team stay organized while also being part of the progress our residents make every day.

If you enjoy helping people, staying organized, and being the person others can rely on to keep things moving, this could be a great fit for you.

What We Offer

At Salem Transitional Care, we believe in supporting our team and creating a workplace where you can grow, feel valued, and make a difference every day.

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays, including 6 recognized holidays plus a floating holiday you can use for a day that matters to you
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Ongoing training, development, and education assistance
• A positive, team focused culture rooted in our “Force for Good” values
• Employee recognition and appreciation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Licensure

• No professional license required

Experience

• Six months of experience in a long term care environment preferred
• Previous experience in rehabilitation, healthcare, long term care, resident care, or administrative support is a plus

Additional Requirements

• Comfortable safely assisting residents with transfers, mobility, and other physical tasks
• Capable of lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable standing, walking, bending, and assisting with mobility throughout the workday
• Able to respond quickly and safely in resident care situations
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills
• Commitment to maintaining resident confidentiality and following HIPAA requirements
• Regular and dependable attendance
• Successful completion of all applicable state required background check requirements before working with residents

Ready to support a Therapy team that helps residents move forward every day? Apply today and come be a Force for Good with Salem Transitional Care!