Rehabilitation Technician - Per Diem

Edward Elmhurst Health; Elmhurst, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift pay premium

Holiday pay

Tuition reimbursement

Medical options

Free parking

Wellness program

Job summary

Edward Elmhurst Health is seeking a Rehabilitation Technician for per diem shifts at Elmhurst Hospital (Elmhurst, IL) with additional coverage at Edward Hospital in Naperville, IL. The role requires assisting in wound care, transporting patients, and basic clerical duties on a per diem basis.

Education: high school level communication and/or math, CPR (BLS) certification. Prior rehab aide experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires high-school level communication and/or math skills with minimal prior experience.
• Current CPR Certification (BLS) issued by American Heart Association.
• Prior Rehabilitation Aide experience preferred.
• Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods and lift 20+ pounds, and assist in moving patients and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect assigned areas according to prescribed procedures.
• Assist in preparing equipment for patients' use and maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Transport patients to and from department as needed.
• Perform general clerical duties such as answering phones and relaying messages.
• Assist in wound care and dressing changes and hydrotherapy as applicable.

Education

High school level communication and/or math skills

Job description

## Rehabilitation Technician - Per DiemApply: EMH Main Hospital Elmhurst: EDH Main Hospital Naperville: Part time: Posted Today: R43679**Hourly Pay Range:**$19.22 - $27.87 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.**Position Highlights:*** Position: Rehabilitation Technician - Per Diem* Location: Elmhurst Hospital, Elmhurst IL* Additional Floating Location: Edward Hospital, Naperville IL* Per Diem/PRN* Hours: 2 Weekend shifts required per month (Saturday or Sunday). 8am to 4:30pm or 9:00am to 5:30pm (flexible start time of 8am or 9am).* Holidays: One Summer and One Winter Holiday**What you will do:*** Under close supervision, cleans and disinfects assigned areas according to prescribed procedures. Assists in preparing equipment for patients' use, maintain appropriate inventory of supplies and equipment, and replenishes supplies as needed. Transports patients to and from department as needed and performs general clerical duties such as answering phones, taking and relaying messages, and the like. Assists in wound care and dressing applications and changes in hydrotherapy.**What you will need:*** **Education**: Requires a high‐school level of communication and/or math skills but no technical training prior to hire and less than three months of previous experience plus approximately one to three months of on‐the‐job experience.* **Certification**: Current CPR Certification (BLS) issued by either American Heart Association* **Experience**: Prior Rehabilitation Aide experience, preferred* **Unique or Preferred Skills**: Work requires the ability to walk or stand for an hour of more at a time, lift or carry objects weighing more than 20 pounds, push or pull laundry or supply carts, gurneys or wheelchairs, and lift and position patients. Work requires the ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served. This includes knowledge of the physical and psychological needs of patients served and the ability to respond appropriately to those needs.**Benefits (For full time or part time positions):*** Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job* Incentive pay for select positions* Opportunity for annual increases based on performance* Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development* Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options* Tuition Reimbursement* Free Parking* Wellness Program Savings Plan* Health Savings Account Options* Retirement Options with Company Match* Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay* Community Involvement Opportunities