Rehabilitation Aide: Therapy Support & Patient Care

ochsner; Bay St. Louis (MS); Vor Ort; USD 30.000 - 42.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ochsner seeks a patient care team member to support therapists with treatments, prepare treatment areas, and transport patients within the department under direct supervision. The role emphasizes patient safety, infection control, and teamwork across units.

The position requires a high school diploma; some healthcare coursework is preferred, and ability to travel between facilities is expected. Strong communication with patients and staff is essential.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma required.
• Some college coursework in healthcare sciences preferred.
• Proficiency with computers, software and web-based apps; good communication skills and ability to convey information clearly.

Aufgaben

• Prepares and maintains work area for treatment, orders supplies, linen, and pharmaceuticals.
• Mentors new staff in needs of assigned area.
• Monitors and assists in patient-care as directed by the therapist.
• Assists with general office and front desk procedures.
• Transports patients to and from department or room by wheelchair or stretcher.
• Adapts explanations and approach to each patient and maintains patient privacy.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Kenntnisse

Computers & software proficiency

Verbal & written communication

Travel between facilities

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college coursework in healthcare sciences

Jobbeschreibung

Ochsner seeks a patient care team member to support therapists with treatments, prepare treatment areas, and transport patients within the department under direct supervision. The role emphasizes patient safety, infection control, and teamwork across units.

The position requires a high school diploma; some healthcare coursework is preferred, and ability to travel between facilities is expected. Strong communication with patients and staff is essential.