Rehabilitation Aide — Acute Care & Long-Term Rehab

Erie County Medical Center Corporation; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Erie County Medical Center Corporation in Buffalo, NY is seeking a non-licensed clinical staff aide to provide direct rehabilitation care in the Acute Medical Rehabilitation Unit, Medical/Surgical Units, or Long-Term Care Facility.

The role involves assisting with daily activities, transfers, mobility, vital signs, glucose monitoring, venipuncture, and patient safety under supervision; NY HELPS program may apply during hiring process.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma.
• One year of experience as an aide in a hospital, long-term care, skilled nursing, acute rehabilitation or therapeutic setting; or one year post high school education in Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy or closely related field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Possession of Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 60 days of appointment and maintenance throughout duration.
• If assigned to the Long-Term Care Facility, possession of a Certified Nursing Assistant Certification as issued by NYS Department of Health.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for therapy; transports to sessions;
• Assists with patient mobility and activities of daily living;
• Records vital signs and uses glucometer;
• Performs venipuncture and 12 Lead ECGs when assigned;
• Maintains infection control and safety protocols.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Mobility assistance

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year post-high school education in Nursing/Physical Therapy or related field

Tools

Glucometer

ECG equipment

Job description

Erie County Medical Center Corporation in Buffalo, NY is seeking a non-licensed clinical staff aide to provide direct rehabilitation care in the Acute Medical Rehabilitation Unit, Medical/Surgical Units, or Long-Term Care Facility.

The role involves assisting with daily activities, transfers, mobility, vital signs, glucose monitoring, venipuncture, and patient safety under supervision; NY HELPS program may apply during hiring process.