Rehab Therapy Aide - Impactful Patient Care (Per Diem)

Select Specialty Hospital; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k eligibility

Orientation program

Job summary

Select Medical Rehabilitation - Orlando Central is seeking a Therapy Aide to support our acute rehabilitation unit within Select Specialty Hospital. You will perform patient-related tasks under the supervision of a licensed therapist and assist with transfers, positioning, and equipment setup.

The role emphasizes compassionate care for patients with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, and multiple traumas.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.
• One or more years of hospital experience as a therapy aide preferred.

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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Select Medical Rehabilitation - Orlando Central is seeking a Therapy Aide to support our acute rehabilitation unit within Select Specialty Hospital. You will perform patient-related tasks under the supervision of a licensed therapist and assist with transfers, positioning, and equipment setup.

The role emphasizes compassionate care for patients with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, and multiple traumas.