Rehabilitation Aide - Outpatient

About the role

This job is responsible for providing patient service assistance to Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Language Pathology therapists. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Children's Health philosophy, policies, procedures and standards.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with patient treatment as needed to include focusing patient participation, exercise motivation, and physical movement/transportation of the patient.
• Preparing therapy area prior to treatment, disposing of used linens, and cleaning the therapy area after treatment.
• Assisting in special services such as wound care, video fluoroscopic swallow studies, casting and splinting. This may include physical set up, movement/transportation of patient, diverting patient attention if needed, and cleaning up after treatment.
• Coordinating and prioritizing own schedule in relation to demands of patient treatment and other departmental responsibilities; ordering linens and supplies, and advising supervisor of supply needs; maintaining therapeutic equipment and/or coordinating equipment service; transporting patients to/from rooms/gym as needed.
• Assisting S/PAR staff as needed.
• Assuming other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area.
• Ability to meet physical and non-physical demands as outlined in the job description.

Work Experience

At least 1 year job related experience.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Licenses and Certifications

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required.

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits

• Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure.
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks).
• Caregiver Leave.
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.