Rehabilitation Aide - Acute Care (Per Diem)

About the role

The Rehabilitation/Mobility Aide provides safe and appropriate basic patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist or Speech Language Pathologist. As a member of the rehabilitation team, the Rehab Aide supports a safe and positive patient experience by assisting in the delivery of care and performing delegated multi-skilled basic patient care services.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the delivery of care and performs delegated multi-skilled basic patient care services.
• Mobilizes patients as directed by licensed Rehabilitation Therapists.
• Supports licensed Rehabilitation Therapists in areas such as mobility, ADLs, movement and ambulation, and positioning.
• May provide support to licensed Rehabilitation Therapists in areas such as therapeutic exercise programs, group exercise programs, mobility volunteer aide program, and swallowing studies.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Patient care experience required, one or more years of hospital experience as rehab aide preferred.
• Experience mobilizing patients preferred.

Knowledge, Skills And Ability Requirements

• Knowledge of medical terminology a plus.
• Computer literacy.
• CPR validation may be required within 3 months of hire depending upon work area specific requirements.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills required.

Benefits

We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.

Pay

Details about pay will be provided during the interview process.

Schedule

Details about schedule will be provided during the interview process.