Registry Rehab Technician

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

. Prepare patients for treatments or evaluations, assisting with undressing and treatment aids .

Posted 9/17/2026part-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesJunior💰 $20 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient care methods and procedures, with a strong ability to assist in therapeutic regimens and maintain adaptive equipment. Effective communication and critical thinking skills are essential for monitoring patient needs and adapting to changing environments.

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Patient Care MethodsTherapeutic Regimens AssistanceEffective CommunicationCritical ThinkingEquipment Adaptation

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Hard Skills

Patient TransferGait TrainingWeight TrainingHydrotherapyInfection Control ProceduresClerical SupportEquipment MaintenanceFood Inventory ManagementDocument DistributionMedical-Record Retrieval

Soft Skills

Effective Verbal CommunicationNon-Verbal CommunicationAdaptabilitySound Judgment

Tools & Technologies

WheelchairsStretchersAdaptive Equipment

Industry Keywords

Physical Therapy AideOccupational Therapy AidePatient Care TechniquesInfectious Disease ExposureGrowth and Development Understanding

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare patients for treatments or evaluations, assisting with undressing and treatment aids
Transfer, move, and ambulate patients using wheelchairs or stretchers
Assist therapists with sensory stimulation, training programs, gait training, exercise, weight training, and hydrotherapy
Conduct therapeutic regimens reinforcing self-care activities such as feeding, dressing, bathing, and memory training
Observe patients and immediately report reactions or changes in condition to the supervising nurse or therapist
Fabricate equipment adaptations for patients
Maintain adaptive equipment inventory and notify personnel of deficiencies
Keep clinic areas organized and perform infection control procedures, including disinfecting equipment
Maintain food inventory, including purchasing, dating, and rotating supplies
Provide clerical support, including reception, file maintenance, document distribution, library maintenance, and medical-record retrieval
Clean and maintain rental wheelchairs
Deliver and store supplies and equipment from Central Supply
Perform other assigned duties
Report directly to the assigned Clinical Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent education
Minimum 1 year of experience as a physical therapy aide, occupational therapy aide, or related health care experience
Knowledge of patient care methods, procedures and techniques
Understanding of the growth and development of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
Effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication
Ability to transfer and position patients, including lifting up to 35 lbs.
Critical thinking and sound judgment to monitor and respond to patient needs or changes in condition
Ability to adapt to changing work demands and work environment
Occasional exposure to infectious diseases when working with patients

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits program competitive with industry peers
Vacation hours
Healthcare plans
401(k)