Inpatient Therapy Aide - Rehab Support Specialist

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 26,863 - 37,677; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plans

Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan

Life and disability protection

Job summary

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation is seeking a Therapy Aide for its inpatient rehab unit in West Orange, NJ. This full-time position entails assisting therapists with patient-related tasks, ensuring safe transfers and positioning of patients, and participating in rehabilitation activities. Candidates must have a high school diploma and Basic Life Support certification. Preferred qualifications include hospital experience and mechanical skills. A comprehensive benefits package is available, fostering career growth and well-being.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Certified Basic Life Support with the American Heart Association is required prior to start.
• One or more years of hospital experience as therapy aide preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient-related tasks assigned by therapist.
• Lifts patients to/from mats and wheelchairs.
• Assists patients with transfer activities.
• Positions patients with appropriate devices.
• Transports patients to/from therapy as needed.

Skills

Patient assistance

Basic Life Support certification

Mechanical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation is seeking a Therapy Aide for its inpatient rehab unit in West Orange, NJ. This full-time position entails assisting therapists with patient-related tasks, ensuring safe transfers and positioning of patients, and participating in rehabilitation activities. Candidates must have a high school diploma and Basic Life Support certification. Preferred qualifications include hospital experience and mechanical skills. A comprehensive benefits package is available, fostering career growth and well-being.