Rehabilitation Care Partner - Day Shift

Lehigh Valley Hospital, Inc.; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network seeks a Rehabilitation Partner to provide direct patient care within the rehab continuum. The role supports licensed clinicians and helps manage patient movements, transfers, and preparation for therapy in a hospital environment.

Responsibilities include observing patient status, reporting changes to the team, and assisting with daily living activities. A commitment to safety and adherence to care guidelines is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Less than 1 year patient care or customer service experience.
• Ability to recognize and act upon changes in patient condition.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule outside normal hours.
• Clinical knowledge of rehab admission criteria.
• Competent in monitoring basic vital signs (HR, BP, RR).
• BLS/AHA certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care activities for designated patients under RN/PT/OT/ST/therapist direction.
• Reports observations/changes in patient status to nursing and medical staff; performs hourly rounds for pain, toileting and positioning.
• Assists with transfer, gait, and activities of daily living.
• Assists patients to prepare for therapy and transport when needed.
• Assists patients with dysphasia and adheres to dining club protocols.
• Follows patient care guidelines to reduce self-harm and ensures safety.
• Completes I&O documentation and placement of restraints and alarms as required.

Skills

Patient condition awareness

Flexible scheduling

Vital signs monitoring

Education

High School Diploma/GED

BLS Certification (AHA)

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network seeks a Rehabilitation Partner to provide direct patient care within the rehab continuum. The role supports licensed clinicians and helps manage patient movements, transfers, and preparation for therapy in a hospital environment.

Responsibilities include observing patient status, reporting changes to the team, and assisting with daily living activities. A commitment to safety and adherence to care guidelines is essential for this role.