Rehab Aide

Select Medical; O'Fallon (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Generous PTO

Medical/Vision/Dental coverage

Company 401(k) match

Job summary

Select Medical in O'Fallon, IL is seeking a Rehab Aide to support therapists in our outpatient physical therapy center. This full-time role runs Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM with compensation $18–21/hour, depending on experience, and a robust benefits package.

You will assist with patient transfers, positioning, and equipment setup, transport patients to therapy, and help maintain a clean, organized department. You will support therapy sessions as directed and help with daily operations.

Qualifications

• CPR certification is required.
• Associate's Degree in an OT Assistant program is required.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Positions patients in parallel bars and prepares for standing with orthotic/prosthetic devices and equipment.
• Transports patients to/from therapy as needed.
• Assists therapist with other patient-related treatment activities and provides equipment.
• Assist with patient-related activities, including equipment setup and patient positioning in preparation for therapy session as outlined in the State Practice Act.
• Maintains the department and department equipment in a clean and orderly condition.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

Associate's Degree in an OT Assistant program

Job description

Overview

Position: Rehab Aide

Location: O'Fallon, IL

Type of Employment: Full-Time

Schedule:M-F 8:00A- 4:30PCompensation: $18-21/hour, increases based on experience.

Are you passionate about helping patients on their rehabilitation journey? Do you enjoy working in an outpatient physical therapy setting? Come join our team as a rehab aide! In this role, you will assist our therapists in carrying out our rehabilitation procedures and play an integral role in supporting our center operations.

Why Join Us: (benefits for full-time at 32+ hours/week)

• Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
• Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection

*Generous benefits package including:

• Company matching 401(k)
• Comprehensive medical/Rx, vision and dental plan.
• Generous Paid Time Off + Paid Sick Time with carry over
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Personal and Family Medical Leave
• Excellent Orientation Program

Responsibilities

• Rehab Aide performs patient-related tasks assigned by therapist, including but not limited to:

  • Lifts patients to/from mats, treatment and tilt tables, wheelchairs, and other equipment appropriate to the facility/department.
  • 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 appropriate orthotic/prosthetic devices and equipment.
  • Transports patients to/from therapy as needed.
  • Assists therapist with other patient-related treatment activities as appropriate and provides equipment.
  • Assist with patient-related activities, including equipment set-up and patient positioning in preparation for therapy session as outlined in the State Practice Act.
  • Maintains the department and department equipment in a clean and orderly condition.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Associate's Degree in an OT Assistant program required
• Current and valid state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) required
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
• Class E license allowing for the operation of the shuttle bus prior to start date.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPR certification
• First aid certification
• Prior experience in an outpatient physical therapy center

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans