Rehabilitation Aide: Empower Patient Care & Therapy Support

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Rehabilitation Aide to support therapists in inpatient and outpatient settings. The role involves assisting with patient care, transporting supplies, and maintaining equipment and treatment areas with strict safety standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating with therapists, performing routine tasks, and helping manage department operations. A High School Diploma and BLS-AP certification are typically required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association certification required
• Ability to read, speak, and understand English
• Willingness to perform physically demanding tasks with patients and equipment

Responsibilities

• Maintain a neat appearance in all department areas and return equipment to designated places
• Regularly sanitize rehabilitation equipment and treatment areas following safety standards
• Assist therapists by transporting materials and setting up treatment spaces
• Monitor and manage oxygen tank levels and defibrillator checks as needed
• Assist in patient handling, mobility training, and setup/cleanup of treatment areas
• Support department communications, scheduling, and inventory management

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Rehabilitation Aide to support therapists in inpatient and outpatient settings. The role involves assisting with patient care, transporting supplies, and maintaining equipment and treatment areas with strict safety standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating with therapists, performing routine tasks, and helping manage department operations. A High School Diploma and BLS-AP certification are typically required.