Rehab Therapy Support Aide

Hackensack Meridian Health; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Rehabilitation Aide to provide supportive services in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. You will assist patients with whirlpools, dressing, and therapy setup while supporting therapists and maintaining supplies.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, strong communication skills, and ability to work within an interdisciplinary team. BLS certification may be required, and the role emphasizes patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.
• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team.
• Proficient with Google Suite and Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrate written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and clean whirlpools and assist patients during whirlpool sessions.
• Assist patients with dressing and donning devices and prepare for treatment.
• Support therapists in setting up patients on equipment and in gait training.
• Maintain linen and supplies for the department at all times.
• Identify patient needs and adapt care to age, culture, language, and abilities.

Skills

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Teamwork

Google Suite

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Rehabilitation Aide to provide supportive services in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. You will assist patients with whirlpools, dressing, and therapy setup while supporting therapists and maintaining supplies.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, strong communication skills, and ability to work within an interdisciplinary team. BLS certification may be required, and the role emphasizes patient-centered care.