Inpatient Therapy Aide - PRN/Per Diem

Select Medical; Lacombe (LA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k eligibility

Job summary

Northshore Rehabilitation Hospital, a joint venture with Select Medical, in Lacombe, LA, is seeking a Therapy Aide for per diem/PRN work. This inpatient rehabilitation setting focuses on brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and other complex conditions, with a strong orientation and potential path to full-time opportunities.

The role supports therapists with patient-related tasks, assists with transfers and positioning, and helps set up equipment for therapy sessions, under supervision and in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification or completion within 90 days of employment.
• Preferred: one or more years hospital experience as a therapy aide.

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 appliances specific to the facility.
• Positions patients in parallel bars and prepares patients for standing with orthotic devices.
• Transports patients to/from therapy as needed.
• Assists therapist with other patient related treatment activities and equipment.
• Assist with patient related activities including equipment set-up and patient positioning for therapy.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS certification or completion within 90 days

Job description

Northshore Rehabilitation Hospital, a joint venture with Select Medical, in Lacombe, LA, is seeking a Therapy Aide for per diem/PRN work. This inpatient rehabilitation setting focuses on brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and other complex conditions, with a strong orientation and potential path to full-time opportunities.

The role supports therapists with patient-related tasks, assists with transfers and positioning, and helps set up equipment for therapy sessions, under supervision and in