Therapy Aide

Rush University Medical Center; Florida; On-site; USD 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Orientation program

PTO & Sick Time

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life and disability protection

Job summary

Select Medical Rehabilitation - Miami Lakes in Miami Lakes, FL is seeking a Therapy Aide to support therapists in inpatient rehab settings. You will assist with patient transfers, positioning and equipment, ensuring smooth therapy sessions and patient safety throughout the treatment process.

The role requires a high school diploma and BLS certification (or completion within 90 days). Full-time position with full benefits and orientation is offered.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• BLS certification or completion within 90 days of employment required.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient related tasks assigned by therapist.
• Lifts patients to/from mats, treatment and tilt tables, wheelchairs and other equipment.
• Assists patients with transfer activities to all surfaces.
• Assists patients with donning/doffing all appliances specific to the facility/department.
• Positions patients in parallel bars and prepares patients for standing with orthotic/prosthetic devices and equipment.
• Transports patients to/from therapy as needed.
• Assists therapist with other patient related treatment activities and providing equipment.
• Assist with patient related activities including equipment set-up and patient positioning in preparation for therapy session as outlined in the State Practice

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Select Medical Rehabilitation - Miami LakesPosition: Therapy AideLocation: Housed inside of Select Specialty Hospital - Miami Lakes Schedule: FulltimeCompensation: $19.28 - $23.50 per hour (based on experience)

Our Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.

At our company, we support your career growth and personal well-being.

• Start Strong: Extensive and thorough orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting
• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO and Paid Sick Time for full-time team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, employee assistance program (EAP), and dental plan offerings for full-time team members
• Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan, as well as life and disability protection for full-time team members
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

• Performs patient related tasks assigned by therapist
• Lifts patients to/from mats, treatment and tilt tables, wheelchairs and other equipment appropriate to the facility/department.
• Assists patients with transfer activities to all surfaces.
• Assists patients with donning/doffing all appliances specific to the facility/department.
• Positions patients in parallel bars and prepares patients for standing with appropriate orthotic/prosthetic devices and equipment.
• Transports patients to/from therapy as needed.
• Assists therapist with other patient related treatment activities as appropriate and providing equipment.
• Assist with patient related activities including equipment set-up and patient positioning in preparation for therapy session as outlined in the State Practice

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more years of hospital experience as a therapy aide preferred

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans