Rehab Aide

About the role

Under the direct supervision of licensed clinical staff, this position assists therapists in routine tasks for therapeutic treatment of patients. It also involves assisting the department supervisor/manager in coordinating the department's function and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Supports licensed staff: Assist with patient care activities as directed by therapist. Activities include setting up patient rooms/treatment areas, setting up patients on exercise equipment, conducting video fluoroscopic swallow studies, obtaining assistive devices, and obtaining durable medical equipment and paperwork.
• Provides treatment to assigned patients under the direct supervision of clinical staff.
• Performs activities to help maintain the flow of patient care in the department.
• Maintains the department’s physical environment and follows infection control guidelines.
• Cleans and disinfects equipment and documents quality control checks.
• Completes daily, weekly, and monthly departmental checklists and audits for walkers, gait belts, and chairs.
• Communicates effectively with staff, peers, patients, and family members, and alerts managers/clinicians to departmental/patient issues.
• Participates in educational activities such as mentoring new staff, participating in department projects, promoting rehabilitation services, and assisting with quality improvement activities.
• Assists with visitor tours and acts as a departmental ambassador.
• Uses critical thinking and problem-solving skills in day-to-day operations and emergencies.

Requirements

• Minimum one (1) year healthcare-related experience preferred.
• Previous rehabilitation experience desirable.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED required.

Skills

• Willingness to learn and utilize new technology and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, peers, patients, and family members.
• Proficiency in using various software applications for job performance.

Benefits

Details about benefits are not specified in the job posting.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $16.67 - $22.43 per hour.

Schedule

Clinic hours are 7 AM to 7:30 PM. The position is looking for a mix of early and late shifts to cover clinic time.