Bilingual Industrial Rehabilitation Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Bilingual Industrial Rehabilitation Technician

Location: Silver Spring, MD (On-site) | Job Type: Full-Time

Language Requirement: Fluency in Spanish & English (Required)

The Opportunity: Restore Function, Rebuild Lives

At Metropolitan Occupational Therapy, we specialize in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation with a deep commitment to treating every patient as an individual, not just a diagnosis. We are seeking a dedicated Bilingual Industrial Rehabilitation Technician to join our Silver Spring team and support our vital Work Hardening and Conditioning programs.

This is a hands-on role perfect for a high-energy "Self-Starter" who wants to move away from traditional labor (construction, fitness, or warehouse) and enter a rewarding healthcare career where you help injured workers—many of whom are primary Spanish speakers—regain the strength to return to their livelihoods.

What You’ll Do

• Bilingual Patient Advocacy: Serve as a critical communication bridge by providing immediate safety cues and task instructions in both Spanish and English.
• Work Simulation Mastery: Prepare and break down specialized stations designed to mimic demanding real-world labor tasks like lifting, carrying, and climbing.
• Active Safety Monitoring: Observe patients during labor-intensive tasks to ensure proper body mechanics and prevent further injury.
• Clinical Flow Support: Help navigate patients through their scheduled circuit of activities to maintain a consistent, efficient clinic environment.
• Therapist Collaboration: Assist our licensed Occupational and Physical Therapists with equipment maintenance and documentation for recovery plans.
• Safety Stewardship: Keep treatment and simulation areas organized, clean, and hazard-free according to clinical standards.

Who You Are

• Fluent in Spanish & English (Required): You can comfortably translate technical safety cues to ensure our Spanish-speaking community receives the highest quality of care.
• Action-Oriented: You likely have a background in fitness, construction, warehousing, or coaching and enjoy being physically active throughout the day.
• Dependable Team Player: You value a "show up and do great work" mentality and thrive in professional, fast-paced environments.
• Professional Communicator: You maintain a positive, professional attitude with both staff and patients.

Requirements

• Fluency in Spanish is a non-negotiable requirement for this role to support our patient demographic.
• Consistent work history with a high value placed on punctuality and reliability.
• Physical stamina to stay on your feet, move equipment, and demonstrate physical tasks all day.
• No medical background required—we provide full on-the-job training for the right candidate.

Why Join Metropolitan Occupational Therapy?

• Competitive Pay: Hourly rates are based on experience and may be higher than posted for highly qualified candidates.
• Stability: Enjoy a consistent weekday schedule with no nights or weekends.
• Full Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package available for all full-time team members.
• Community Impact: Perform rewarding work helping members of our community return to their jobs and families.
• Personalized Culture: Join a clinic that values "One-on-One" care and treats patients with the compassion they deserve.

Market Strategy: Recruiting the Bilingual Worker

To find the right "Action-Oriented" bilingual candidate in the Silver Spring DMA, I recommend focusing outreach in the following corridors:

1. Wheaton & Glenmont, MD: High density of Spanish-speaking professionals currently working in service or construction sectors who may be looking for a professional "indoor" healthcare career.
2. Hyattsville & Langley Park, MD: Key talent pools for bilingual workers accustomed to physically demanding roles.
3. Local Community Hubs: Utilize Spanish-language community boards and local "Work Centers" in Montgomery County to capture passive candidates.

Company DescriptionMetropolitan Occupational Therapy has been a trusted leader in work rehabilitation services in the Washington Metropolitan area for over 25 years. Specializing in occupational therapy, physical therapy, and hand therapy, the organization provides comprehensive care to help individuals recover and return to work. Services include Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE), work hardening, and work conditioning programs. Additionally, Metropolitan Occupational Therapy is proud to offer the expertise of Spanish-speaking staff to better serve diverse communities.

Company Description

Metropolitan Occupational Therapy has been a trusted leader in work rehabilitation services in the Washington Metropolitan area for over 25 years. Specializing in occupational therapy, physical therapy, and hand therapy, the organization provides comprehensive care to help individuals recover and return to work. Services include Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE), work hardening, and work conditioning programs. Additionally, Metropolitan Occupational Therapy is proud to offer the expertise of Spanish-speaking staff to better serve diverse communities.