Therapy Technician

Description

Under the direct supervision of licensed or certified therapy staff and within allowable scope of practice, the Therapy Technician is responsible for administering patient treatment and/or indirect patient service within specified areas in the hospital and clinics or California Children's Services: Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Psychology and Therapeutic Recreation. The Therapy Technician is also responsible for tasks and activities that support the environment of patient care.

Please Note: Applicants who meet the employment standards will be invited to take the ONLINE examination tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, July 7, 2026, thru Monday, July 13, 2026. The exam date(s) may change based on the number of applicants.

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Santa Clara Valley Healthcare (SCVH) is the second largest public health care system in California and includes four acute care hospitals, 14 clinics and 60+ specialty and sub-specialty services. Our mission is to provide high-quality, accessible healthcare and excellent service to everyone in Santa Clara County.

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center - SCVMC is a full-service tertiary acute care teaching hospital with 699 licensed beds providing a wide range of specialized services, including Rehabilitation, Burn, Trauma, and NICU. SCVMC was ranked by U.S. News and World Report as #6 Rehabilitation Hospital in the nation and #1 in the West and designated as a 2024 High Performing hospital for Maternity Care, Heart Failure, Stroke, Hip Fracture, and Pneumonia.

O'Connor Hospital- O'Connor Hospital (OCH) is a 358 licensed bed acute care facility offering a full range of inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and specialty programs to residents of Santa Clara County. It was founded in 1889 as one of the first hospitals in the county. OCH has grown significantly over the past five years in both its inpatient volume and its Emergency Department visits. Along with these volume increases other ancillary and clinical departments like imaging, lab, pharmacy, and respiratory have seen growth as well.

St. Louise Regional Hospital- Since 1989, St. Louise Regional Hospital (SLRH) has been caring for the residents in Santa Clara and San Benito Counties, offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient medical specialties. SLRH has 93 beds, is a Designated Primary Stroke Center, and is the only acute care hospital in the area. Located in Gilroy, SLRH maintains a CALSTAR 2 emergency helicopter base on the premises.

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Typical Tasks

• Provide assigned direct patient care in conformance with care plans established by the primary therapist (e.g., exercise, mobility, activities of daily living, communication activities, education, range of motion, behavior management);
• Provide indirect care and support, including transportation, preparation, and set up of patients and equipment;
• Assist therapy staff with procedures;
• Participate and assist licensed or certified therapy staff with group treatment and community outings;
• Fabricate and modify assistive devices and special equipment;
• Observe and report patient condition and status to primary therapist;
• Collect data in accordance with specified guidelines and provide patient information to therapist that contributes to the plan of care;
• Document care provided;
• Assist with application, removal, and replacement of protective, comfort and therapeutic devices per established care plans;
• May order Durable Medical Equipment according to therapist instructions;
• Perform minor checking and repair to equipment and other devices;
• Assist in maintenance of treatment areas by returning equipment, taking inventory, cleaning treatment equipment and organizing files and cabinets;
• Participate in meetings and in services as requested by supervisor;
• Provide a safe environment for patients, families, visitors, self, and staff (e.g., universal precautions and body mechanics);
• Maintain records and perform related duties as required;
• Assist with data gathering for Quality Improvement;
• Orient volunteers according to guidelines;
• May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required;
• Other related duties as assigned.

Employment Standards

Sufficient training, education and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed below.

Training and Experience Note: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Typically, the applicant will have one year of experience as a Therapy Aide, Nurse's Aide, or Hospital Volunteer when assignment offers an opportunity to work around patients, or one year of coursework relevant to therapy and hospital work.

Knowledge of:

• Relevant medical terminology;
• Basic communication skills;
• Patient observation skills;
• Record keeping practices.
  

• Understand oral and written instructions;
• Work with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team in a courteous, effective and cooperative manner;
• Communicate effectively and responsibly, verbally and in writing;
• Work accurately and efficiently with minimal supervision;
• Comply with administrative and regulatory policies;
• Recognize need for and seek advice from supervising therapy staff when needed;
• Instruct and assist patients effectively;
• Perform routine clerical work;
• Maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, patients, and others;
• Stand and walk for long periods;
• Assist, support, lift and transfer patients;
• Reach, grasp, and manipulate a variety of objects;
• Carry equipment/supplies and operate power tools.