Outpatient Rehabilitation Aide - Spaulding

Spaulding Hospital Cape Cod; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Spaulding Hospital Cape Cod is seeking a full-time Rehab Aide responsible for assisting therapists and providing direct patient care. Key responsibilities include preparing patients for therapy, assisting during treatment, and maintaining a clean working environment.

Preferred candidates will have a high school diploma and some experience in rehabilitation. Strong communication skills and good physical stamina are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Rehab Aid preferred (0-1 year).
• Knowledge of medical terminology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for treatment by therapist.
• Assist therapists during therapy sessions.
• Participate in team meetings actively.
• Transfer and transport patients safely.
• Maintain cleaning of equipment and working area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Good bedside manner

Physical strength and stamina

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

Responsible for performing routine exercises or follow-up of functional activities (direct patient care) under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist or therapy assistant.

Does this position require patient care? Yes.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for treatment by therapist.
• Assists therapists during therapy.
• Attends and actively participates in team meetings.
• Transfers and transports patients in a safe and timely manner.
• Maintains equipment and working area in clean, orderly condition.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

Experience & Qualifications

• Experience working as a Rehab Aid 0-1 year preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Good bedside manner.
• Good physical strength and stamina for lifting and moving immobile patients.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.

Licenses and Credentials

None specified.

Full-time, 40-hour schedule.

Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.