Inpatient Therapy Aide - Per Diem with Growth & Benefits

Select Medical Rehabilitation; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Select Medical Rehabilitation Hospital at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN seeks a Therapy Aide per diem to support therapists in delivering patient-centered rehab care. You will assist with transfers, positioning, and setup of equipment, helping patients move safely and participate in sessions.

The role requires a high school diploma and BLS certification or completion within 90 days. Per diem schedule offers flexible hours and opportunities for advancement within a trusted rehabilitation

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.

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.
• 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 certification

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Select Medical Rehabilitation Hospital at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN seeks a Therapy Aide per diem to support therapists in delivering patient-centered rehab care. You will assist with transfers, positioning, and setup of equipment, helping patients move safely and participate in sessions.

The role requires a high school diploma and BLS certification or completion within 90 days. Per diem schedule offers flexible hours and opportunities for advancement within a trusted rehabilitation