Inpatient Therapy Aide — Per Diem Growth Path

Select Medical; Louisiana; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Rehabilitation Hospital, a joint venture with Select Medical in New Orleans, Louisiana, is seeking a Therapy Aide to support therapy staff in inpatient rehabilitation. This per diem role involves assisting with patient transfers, equipment setup, and preparing patients for therapy sessions under therapist supervision.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and BLS certification or completion within 90 days. Preferred experience in hospital settings is noted.

Qualifications

• BLS certification or completion in first 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient-related tasks assigned by therapist.
• Lifts patients to/from mats, treatment and tilt tables, wheelchairs and other equipment.
• Assists patients with transfer activities to all surfaces.
• Assists patients in donning/doffing all appliances specific to the facility/department.
• Positions patients in parallel bars and prepares patients for standing with orthotic/prosthetic devices and equipment.
• Transports patients to/from therapy as needed.
• Assists therapist with other patient related treatment activities as appropriate and providing equipment.
• Assist with patient related activities including equipment set-up and patient positioning in preparation for therapy session as outlined in the State Practice

Skills

BLS

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS certification or completion in 90 days

Job description

Ochsner Rehabilitation Hospital, a joint venture with Select Medical in New Orleans, Louisiana, is seeking a Therapy Aide to support therapy staff in inpatient rehabilitation. This per diem role involves assisting with patient transfers, equipment setup, and preparing patients for therapy sessions under therapist supervision.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and BLS certification or completion within 90 days. Preferred experience in hospital settings is noted.