Therapy Technician - Inpatient Rehab - PRN

Texas Children's Medical Center · Houston, TX Part Time

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Job Description

Description We are searching for our next Therapy Technician - someone who works well in a fast-paced hospital setting. In this position, you’ll provide assistance to the occupational/physical therapists and physical therapy assistants in providing occupational and physical Therapy treatment programs in a developmentally and age-appropriate manner for patients ages 0 - adulthood. Think you’ve got what it takes? PRN Needs - 4 weekend shifts per month, 1 major/1 minor holiday, & weekday coverage as needed Job Duties & Responsibilities • Provides age-appropriate care for one or more of the following age groups routinely: Neonate, Infant, Toddler, Preschool Age, School Age, Adolescent, and Adult • Attends health, safety and training in-services and other mandatory hospital activities • Provides set-up/clean-up of patient care area as requested by treating therapist/therapy assistant. • Performs patient care and related activities within the scope of their training and responsibilities (demonstrating basic clinical competencies) as requested by the physical/occupational therapist or physical therapy assistant • Coordinates patient transportation schedule with primary therapist, patient care unit and coworkers daily as assigned • Ensures adequate inventory of linen and patient related supplies • Cleans and disinfects hydrotherapy whirlpools utilizing established departmental protocol following each whirlpool patient • Cleans therapy mats daily utilizing established departmental procedures • Informs Manager or designee of all patient/personal injury or unsafe situations, anticipated problems and unusual situations • Completes appropriate related documentation according to departmental and hospital guidelines As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards. Skills & Requirements • High school diploma or equivalent education with a basic familiarity with a medical environment preferred • Experience with working with children in some capacity is preferred • A current basic life support certification or schedule to attend a CPR certification course is preferred • Demonstration of the basic clinical and non-clinical competencies • Ability to be articulate, courteous and supportive in dealing with hospital, administrative and departmental personnel, patients and parents • Independently support and assist in patient care by following the direction of a therapist or therapy assistant

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Therapy positions in senior living settings differ significantly from outpatient clinic work. Rather than seeing patients for isolated injuries, you will work with older adults managing multiple chronic conditions — fall recovery, post-stroke rehabilitation, degenerative joint disease, and cognitive decline are common caseloads. Texas requires active licensure through the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (PT/PTA) or the equivalent board for OT and SLP professionals.

Many therapy roles in this setting are provided through contract rehab companies rather than direct facility employment, which affects benefits, scheduling, and productivity requirements. Productivity expectations typically range from 75-90% of billable hours, and Medicare documentation requirements are substantial. The upside is meaningful patient relationships — you will see the same residents regularly and track real functional progress over weeks and months rather than brief clinical encounters.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

Your schedule is built around individual treatment sessions, usually 30-45 minutes each, with residents either in a dedicated therapy gym or in their rooms for those with mobility limitations. Morning sessions tend to focus on functional mobility — transfers, gait training, balance work — when residents have the most energy. Afternoon sessions often address fine motor skills, cognitive exercises, or maintenance programs.

Between sessions, you will document progress notes, update care plans, and coordinate with nursing staff on resident status changes. Interdisciplinary team meetings happen weekly at most facilities, where therapy, nursing, dietary, and activities staff align on resident goals. Evaluations and re-certifications for Medicare-covered stays require detailed clinical justification. Many therapists in senior living settings find the pace more sustainable than hospital or outpatient environments, with more time for genuine therapeutic relationships.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Healthcare Social Worker positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $34.57/hr ($71,906/yr). The typical range is $25.46 – $39.23/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $46,405/yr

Houston Median $71,906/yr

Experienced (90th) $100,485/yr

vs. National Median +5.9%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.