Rehabilitation Aide (Outpatient)

POSITION SUMMARY

Pay range: $18.33/hr - $25.11/hr

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accepts assignment of patient from supervising therapist and follows through with treatment plan under clinician supervision.
• Sets up the patient’s room in preparation for the treatment with the therapist (inpatient).
• Escorts/transports patients to appropriate treatment area (outpatient).
• Instructs and assist patient to prepare for treatment, e.g. dress, position, etc. (outpatient).
• Ensures patient modesty and privacy.
• Carries out treatment requests as instructed by supervising therapist.
• Ensures patients leave facility in a safe manner (outpatient).
• Cleans and sanitizes treatment areas and/or equipment/supplies after each patient use.
• Stores equipment/supplies after each patient use.
• Performs other duties as assigned regarding medical records (EMR).
• Aids in scheduling of patients (outpatient).
• Orders, stocks and inventories equipment/supplies/ linen.
• Aids in providing therapy to pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients based on principles of growth and development and life stages.
• Informs therapists regarding patient responses to treatment and any questions that may arise.
• Actively participates in team meetings.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

• Education: Required High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred Two (2) years of college.
• Experience: Required Brief knowledge of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy assessments and treatments. Preferred Background as a rehabilitation aide or volunteer in a rehabilitation setting. Interest in long term career in rehabilitation services or other healthcare related field.
• Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations: American Heart Association HealthCare Provider BLS preferred upon hire and required within 90 days of hire.
• Job Related Skills, Abilities and Behaviors: Presents a personal appearance that makes a positive first impression. Trained and demonstrates competence in the use of treatment related modalities and proficiency in operation, maintenance and use of equipment to each specific clinic location per departmental check off list. Utilizes proper body mechanics and technique when assisting the therapist with patient mobility. Understands appropriate state and federal limitations regarding utilization of rehabilitation aides in the clinical environment. Uses appropriate protective equipment, infection prevention techniques and proper disposal of hazardous waste to assure patient and personal safety. Demonstrates effective communication methods and skills, using lines of authority appropriately. Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills, communication skills and the ability to work as a team player. Promotes accident prevention and reports potential hazards to maintain a safe environment.

Additional Posting Information

Hillsboro Medical Center believes in providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. Recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, working conditions, training, and compensation will be based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, creed, national origin, marital status, family relationship, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. We further commit ourselves to continuing the practical application of this policy in our daily business conduct.